Preschool for School Success: Guiding Principles

    • Christina Preschoolers Using a Smartboard All children are learners
    • Children learn through play
    • All children who turn five on or before August 31 are eligible to attend kindergarten
    • All age-eligible children may enroll in kindergarten regardless of their developmental level or prior experiences
    • Every child is unique and is accepted for his/her differences in development, culture, home environment, and learning style
    • Schools will be accessible and ready to meet the individual physical and developmental needs of all children
    • Parents/families are the child's first teachers--they play a key role in preparing children for success in school through being involved in their child's education from birth
    • Quality early learning experiences are essential to prepare a child for success in school
    • The learning opportunities provided need to be developmentally appropriate for preschool-age children
    • A developmentally appropriate learning environment fosters kindergarten readiness
    • It takes partnerships among families, early care and education professionals, schools, health care providers, and other community resources to promote children's development and school success