Preparing Your Child for Kindergarten

So Your Child is Going to Kindergarten?

Tips for parents of children starting Kindergarten


Talk with your child about his/her hopes, expectations, and fears about starting.

Acknowledge ALL of your child’s feelings regarding beginning Kindergarten, even if they seem different from what you might expect.

Encourage your child to take risks to get to know other kids.

Remind your child that it’s okay to ask for help.

Don’t take a long time when dropping off the child. A quick hug and “have a nice day” phrase followed by promptly leaving the scene shows that you have confidence your child will transition smoothly.