{"id":8458,"date":"2026-01-22T17:12:10","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T11:42:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/?p=8458"},"modified":"2026-01-22T17:16:37","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T11:46:37","slug":"top-questions-before-preschool-admission","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/top-questions-before-preschool-admission\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Questions to Ask Before Your Child\u2019s Preschool Admission"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"451\" src=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Top-Questions-To-Ask-Before-Your-Childs-Preschool-Admission.webp\" alt=\"Top Questions To Ask Before Your Child\u2019s Preschool Admission\" class=\"wp-image-8459\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Top-Questions-To-Ask-Before-Your-Childs-Preschool-Admission.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Top-Questions-To-Ask-Before-Your-Childs-Preschool-Admission-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Top-Questions-To-Ask-Before-Your-Childs-Preschool-Admission-768x433.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When it is time for your child\u2019s preschool admission, there are many aspects playing in your mind. You want to choose a place where the child will be physically safe. Additionally, you want a nurturing space that will ensure the holistic development of your child. Given that 90% of a child&#8217;s brain development occurs by the time they reach 5 years of age, it&#8217;s crucial not to compromise on quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/top-questions-before-preschool-admission\/#Why_Asking_the_Right_Questions_Matters\" title=\"Why Asking the Right Questions Matters\">Why Asking the Right Questions Matters<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/top-questions-before-preschool-admission\/#Top_10_Must-Ask_Questions_For_Your_Childs_Admission\" title=\"Top 10 Must-Ask Questions For Your Child&#8217;s Admission\">Top 10 Must-Ask Questions For Your Child&#8217;s Admission<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/top-questions-before-preschool-admission\/#1_What_safety_measures_are_in_place\" title=\"1. What safety measures are in place?\">1. What safety measures are in place?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/top-questions-before-preschool-admission\/#2_What_is_the_curriculum_and_learning_approach\" title=\"2. What is the curriculum and learning approach?\">2. What is the curriculum and learning approach?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/top-questions-before-preschool-admission\/#3_What_are_the_teacher_qualifications_and_child-to-teacher_ratio\" title=\"3. What are the teacher qualifications and child-to-teacher ratio?\">3. What are the teacher qualifications and child-to-teacher ratio?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/top-questions-before-preschool-admission\/#4_What_is_your_sick_policy_for_children\" title=\"4. What is your sick policy for children?\">4. What is your sick policy for children?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/top-questions-before-preschool-admission\/#5_How_clean_and_hygienic_are_the_facilities\" title=\"5. How clean and hygienic are the facilities?\">5. How clean and hygienic are the facilities?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/top-questions-before-preschool-admission\/#6_How_do_you_communicate_with_parents\" title=\"6. How do you communicate with parents?\">6. How do you communicate with parents?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/top-questions-before-preschool-admission\/#7_What_is_the_fee_structure_and_policies\" title=\"7. What is the fee structure and policies?\">7. What is the fee structure and policies?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/top-questions-before-preschool-admission\/#8_What_is_the_admission_procedure\" title=\"8. What is the admission procedure?\">8. What is the admission procedure?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/top-questions-before-preschool-admission\/#9_Can_parents_visit_or_observe_the_class\" title=\"9. Can parents visit or observe the class?\">9. Can parents visit or observe the class?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/top-questions-before-preschool-admission\/#10_How_do_you_manage_special_needs_or_dietary_restrictions\" title=\"10. How do you manage special needs or dietary restrictions?\">10. How do you manage special needs or dietary restrictions?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/top-questions-before-preschool-admission\/#Preschool_Admission_Checklist_for_Parents\" title=\"Preschool Admission Checklist for Parents\">Preschool Admission Checklist for Parents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/top-questions-before-preschool-admission\/#To_Sum_Up\" title=\"To Sum Up\">To Sum Up<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/top-questions-before-preschool-admission\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/top-questions-before-preschool-admission\/#1_How_can_I_check_the_quality_of_a_preschool\" title=\"1. How can I check the quality of a preschool?\">1. How can I check the quality of a preschool?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/top-questions-before-preschool-admission\/#2_Should_I_prioritise_fees_or_curriculum_when_selecting_a_preschool\" title=\"2. Should I prioritise fees or curriculum when selecting a preschool?\">2. Should I prioritise fees or curriculum when selecting a preschool?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/top-questions-before-preschool-admission\/#3_How_are_food_and_nutrition_managed_at_preschools\" title=\"3. How are food and nutrition managed at preschools?\">3. How are food and nutrition managed at preschools?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/top-questions-before-preschool-admission\/#4_How_is_the_preschool_infrastructure_designed_for_child_safety\" title=\"4. How is the preschool infrastructure designed for child safety?\">4. How is the preschool infrastructure designed for child safety?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/top-questions-before-preschool-admission\/#5_Does_the_preschool_follow_a_No_Junk_Food_policy\" title=\"5. Does the preschool follow a No Junk Food policy?\">5. Does the preschool follow a No Junk Food policy?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Asking_the_Right_Questions_Matters\"><\/span>Why Asking the Right Questions Matters<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Asking the right questions before preschool admission is crucial since it ensures the school&#8217;s values, teaching methods, and environment align with your child&#8217;s needs. With the child reaching several <a href=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/early-childhood-development-milestones-101-parental-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\">child development milestones<\/mark><\/a> in this phase, you want to make sure that your choice of preschool will focus on the holistic development of the child. Questions about teacher qualifications, the curriculum the school follows, student-teacher ratios and more are crucial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, asking the right questions will help you confirm that the child is in safe hands and that the school has implemented the necessary arrangements to ensure child safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_10_Must-Ask_Questions_For_Your_Childs_Admission\"><\/span>Top 10 Must-Ask Questions For Your Child&#8217;s Admission<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_safety_measures_are_in_place\"><\/span>1. What safety measures are in place?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>First, is the school committed to child safety, and what protocols do they follow? Some aspects to check for include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Live CCTV footage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Child-friendly infrastructure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stringent background checks of staff<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dispersal policy, and more<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_is_the_curriculum_and_learning_approach\"><\/span>2. What is the curriculum and learning approach?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important to check whether or not the preschool follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>&nbsp;The preschool should follow a scientifically developed curriculum that focuses on different content areas to ensure the holistic development of the child.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Is the emphasis on active learning, and whether or not the pedagogy is play-based?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Does it equip children with 21st-century skills?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You also need to check what learning outcomes are being targeted.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Preschool-Admission-1024x577.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8460\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Preschool-Admission-1024x577.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Preschool-Admission-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Preschool-Admission-768x433.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Preschool-Admission.webp 1201w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_are_the_teacher_qualifications_and_child-to-teacher_ratio\"><\/span>3. What are the teacher qualifications and child-to-teacher ratio?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A key question to ask is, are the teachers qualified to be able to handle young children, and also what kind of training do they receive on a consistent basis?<br>Checking for an optimal teacher-to-student ratio is also key, since young children need personalised care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_is_your_sick_policy_for_children\"><\/span>4. What is your sick policy for children?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Young children typically are still developing immunity. It is important, therefore, to check what the policy is at the preschool for dealing with ailing children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_How_clean_and_hygienic_are_the_facilities\"><\/span>5. How clean and hygienic are the facilities?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hygiene is of utmost importance when it comes to young children. Do check to see:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What is the level of hygiene followed when it comes to the upkeep of facilities?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How often are classrooms cleaned?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are toys sanitised?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Since children will be having meals at the preschool, it will also help to check how hygienically food is prepared and served.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_How_do_you_communicate_with_parents\"><\/span>6. How do you communicate with parents?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Parents need to be kept informed of their ward\u2019s progress in school. To that end, you need to ask what the communication channels are. It will be ideal for the preschool to have a user-friendly application to ensure real-time information dissemination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_is_the_fee_structure_and_policies\"><\/span>7. What is the fee structure and policies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To avoid any unexpected issues later, you should thoroughly examine the detailed breakdown of the fee structure and the policies regarding the due date of the fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, check the refund policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_is_the_admission_procedure\"><\/span>8. What is the admission procedure?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To avoid last-minute issues, it&#8217;s wise to learn about the playschool admission process and required documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Can_parents_visit_or_observe_the_class\"><\/span>9. Can parents visit or observe the class?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As a parent, you may want to see the pedagogy in practice. To this end, it will be helpful to ask whether, as a parent, you can visit the facility in advance and observe the workings of a class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_How_do_you_manage_special_needs_or_dietary_restrictions\"><\/span>10. How do you manage special needs or dietary restrictions?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your child has any special needs or has any dietary restrictions, a key question to ask is whether or not the preschool can cater to it. Children are often known to be allergic to certain foods, and the preschool needs to make sure that they are in a position to cater to it while working out their menu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Preschool-Admission-1-1024x577.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8461\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Preschool-Admission-1-1024x577.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Preschool-Admission-1-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Preschool-Admission-1-768x433.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Preschool-Admission-1.webp 1201w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preschool_Admission_Checklist_for_Parents\"><\/span>Preschool Admission Checklist for Parents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The below table will come in handy to give you a quick overview of aspects to check for.&nbsp;<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Factor<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Sample Questions Parents Can Ask<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Safety<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Are classrooms monitored? Are entry points secure? What is the dispersal policy?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Curriculum<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Is the programme play-based or academic? What learning milestones are covered?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Teachers<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">What are the qualifications? How many children per teacher?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Hygiene<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">How often are classrooms cleaned? Are toys sanitised?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Communication<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">How often do you update parents? Is progress reported?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Fees &amp; Policies<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">What is the fee structure? Are there refund or leave policies?<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"To_Sum_Up\"><\/span>To Sum Up<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Examining the aforementioned aspects thoroughly will assist you in making the best decision for your child. Since early education significantly influences a child&#8217;s long-term outcomes, the research mentioned above will contribute to a strong future for your child.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.footprintseducation.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\">Footprints Playschool<\/mark><\/a>, we have a strong focus on holistic child development. We design our scientifically developed HighScope curriculum to stimulate children&#8217;s natural curiosity through active, participatory learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_How_can_I_check_the_quality_of_a_preschool\"><\/span>1. How can I check the quality of a preschool?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This involves researching several areas including but not limited to 1) whether or not the school follows a scientifically developed curriculum 2) what are the safety protocols are, 3) what the teacher-student ratio and more<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Should_I_prioritise_fees_or_curriculum_when_selecting_a_preschool\"><\/span>2. Should I prioritise fees or curriculum when selecting a preschool?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The first focus should be on the curriculum since that will determine the child\u2019s learning outcomes. That said, you sure need to evaluate the fee to see how it aligns with your goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_How_are_food_and_nutrition_managed_at_preschools\"><\/span>3. How are food and nutrition managed at preschools?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Quality preschools offer nutritious meals to children. This menu is prepared by nutritionists and ensures that there is no junk food that is offered to children. Emphasis is also laid on catering to any allergies or dietary restrictions that the child may have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_How_is_the_preschool_infrastructure_designed_for_child_safety\"><\/span>4. How is the preschool infrastructure designed for child safety?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Quality preschools take great care to ensure that the infrastructure is child-friendly. This pertains to classrooms, the use of non-toxic toys, slip-proof floors, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Does_the_preschool_follow_a_No_Junk_Food_policy\"><\/span>5. Does the preschool follow a No Junk Food policy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important that the preschool follows a no junk food policy, as that will impact the physical growth and development of the child.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, the child forms his or her relationship with food early. It is important, therefore, to not have them hooked on junk food.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it is time for your child\u2019s preschool admission, there are many aspects playing in your mind. You want to choose a place where the child will be physically safe. Additionally, you want a nurturing space that will ensure the holistic development of your child. 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