After assessing your child’s daily needs, turn your attention preparing them for the next level in basic knowledge. By now, your child should be able to spell his or her first and last name, as well as have a general knowledge about things such as shapes, colours, animals, days of the week, months, types of food sports etc.  Possessing knowledge about these simple but key things plays a significant role in easing the transition from preschool to Primary One. As a parent, you can conjure games, which would teach them these basic things. Your child would be none the wiser as he or she sees it merely as playtime rather than learning new things.

Socialization is another crucial facet to contemplate when readying your child for Primary One. Exposure to frequent encounters and interactions with other children can greatly assist your child’s progress throughout primary school. Being around peers can enhance his communication, and therefore prepare him for situations such as sharing and problem solving.  Weekly play dates and reading sessions with neighbourhood friends can nurture and encourage interaction amongst your child, so never hesitate to make arrangements with fellow parents to materialize such meetings.