Kindergarten readiness is when a child begins school prepared and ready to learn. It involves much more than knowing letters or numbers. Kindergarten readiness includes basic social skills, like taking turns and sitting still to hear a story. It also includes a child’s ability to manage their emotions and understand early learning concepts like letters, numbers, and shapes. Expectations for kindergarten readiness can vary. Your child may complete an assessment before or at the start of kindergarten to help teachers understand their development across different areas. These assessments help guide instruction to the strengths and opportunities for growth for the children in that class.
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