The Education Breakdown

45. Choosing the Best Preschool: What Every Parent Should Know

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Join us as we learn from Maggie Connolly, an expert in early childhood education with nearly 50 years of experience! Maggie joins us to talk about what truly makes a great preschool environment and what parents should know when choosing the right fit for their child. 

 

In this episode you will hear:

  • Best practices in early childhood education like hands-on learning, unstructured play, and the importance of social-emotional development. 
  • Maggie’s list of the Top 5 things parents should look for when researching or touring a preschool for their child —what you should hear, see, and even feel in a thriving classroom. 
  • The challenges facing early childhood educators, including low teacher pay and its impact on the field. 
  • The importance of outdoor time, access to nature, and limiting screen time in early learning settings. 

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    If you have a young child and are considering what to do for preschool, Maggie offers an absolute wealth of knowledge that will leave you feeling inspired and confident to take on the challenge of finding a great school for your child.

     

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