Evaluating Preschools

How do you evaluate preschools and gauge the quality of the programs? A good place to start is by searching for schools that meet standards set forth by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Look for programs that follow these four guidelines. Preschools should focus on children. What type of opportunities does the school provide for children to interact with other children and...

With Preschool in Your Future…

by Mare Williams, Director of Aspirations School of Learning in Carlsbad, CA It’s the journey and not the destination, I keep reminding myself.  This statement rang true for a group of my parents recently when we enjoyed a discussion about the benefits of a junior kindergarten program versus a kindergarten program for their children. In consideration of this, many thoughts come to mind and as always, I let...

Reggio Emilia Preschools in San Diego

Searching for a preschool can be a challenging endeavor to say the least. Underlying the many questions that you ask as you are evaluating preschools is the desire to find a nurturing environment where your child will thrive and learn. Preschools that follow the Reggio Emilia philosophy of early childhood education are innovative in the way that they create such environments. Parents in the San Diego area are lucky...