When a child hasn't developed as fast as their peers, either
socially or academically, it may be suggested that they wait
another year, before starting kindergarten. |Full day vs. half
day When choosing a kindergarten, you'll need to consider
whether they offer a full day or half-day program. If you feel a
full six-hour school day is more than your child is prepared to
handle, and you have a flexible schedule, a half-day
kindergarten may be an option. |Is my child ready for
kindergarten? Typically, children can start kindergarten at age
four or five, though the cutoff dates will vary by state. As to
whether it's appropriate for your child start, that depends on
their maturity, and to a lesser degree, their academic skills.
The Montessori approach to learning is based on the work of Dr.
Maria Montessori, who began her research in children's education
in the late 1890's. The central focus of Montessori education is
to help children develop their full potential for creativity,
initiative, independence, inner dis