preschool education

Early childhood instruction

Preschool education is organized learning for children before they enter kindergarten, typically ages three to five.

The focus is less on academic content than on social skills, basic literacy and numeracy, and preparing children for structured classroom environments: Studies show preschool education improves kindergarten readiness.

Also called early childhood education.

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Post-secondary academic training

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formality of early learning

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Self-directed home education

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