Make sure your child knows these skills before he goes to preschool

Preschool is the first step of your child towards getting a formal education and like every parent you want your child to have a strong start in life. You may have chosen the best playschool for him, but before you decide to enroll your child in the preschool, you should see if he is ready for it?

Yes, it is very important to prepare your little one for this important transition in life. Here are a few basic things your child should know before you send him to preschool.

You love your child but you won't be around him when he is away. So encourage him to be independent with basic self-care skills like hand washing, nose wiping, opening lunch box, zipping backpack and covering his mouth when coughing or sneezing.

Potty train your child before you send him off to the playschool. Your child should be able to go and sit on the toilet seat on his own. If your child is able to keep his diaper dry for an hour, then he is most likely ready to begin his training.

This will be the first time your child will stay away from you so make sure he knows how to organise his things. Teach him the right place to keep his toys and books. Assists him in the beginning, but let him do it on his own after a while. Keep appreciating him for little achievements to encourage him to do more.

Preschool is all about socializing, so make sure your child is good at it. Socializing skills will help your child get along with other kids. Ask yourself these basic questions - Can your child stay away from you? Is she able to do her own stuff? Teach him good manners, like saying please, thank you, excuse me. Also, he must be able to say when he is feeling thirsty or wants to go to the loo.

Preschool is all about listening and talking. Talk to him about his day or ask him about the dinner, this will help him build language skills and help him in school. Also, try to introduce new words to your child. Your child will be able to learn better at preschool if his communication skills are strong.

Before sending him to preschool, make sure your child knows the basic. Introduce him to alphabets and numbers. Also, teach him the right way to hold pencils. Your child must know his full name, his parents' name, his address, and phone number. If your child has an allergy or any other health issue, make sure your child knows about it. This will help him in school.