questions for preschool

[cleaninglady]

Hi there

my ds (2 1/2yo) is going to visit his new pre school next week - I have been asked to write down a list of questions I might want to ask as some parents forget whilst there which I can understand! I have got a few questions but any others anyone can suggest would be welcomed!

[brimfull]

toilets mishaps/potty training
settling problems ,how are they dealt with
what is the usual routine
what do they do to help prepare children for school and how can you help at home

[Troutpout]

snacks?
outside play?
keyworkers?
is there a parent's committee?
will you get funding?
do they work to themes?

[melpomene]

discipline/ how they encourage good behaviour?
what sort of activities do they do: crafts, music etc?
adult:child ratios?

[GooseyLoosey]

How they communicate with you about what your child is doing and any issues they might have

[cleaninglady]

oh thanks for that everyone - had a couple on my list but have a few more i hadnt thought off thank you!! will be getting my flip chart out when i arrive

[nally]

i asked my dd1's reception teacher this morning to have a word with 2 boys who have been asking her to show her 'bits' to all and sundry!!! lol. she blushed and thanked me for bringing it to her attention.

[cleaninglady]

Does anyone actually know what the child:staff ratio should be by the way?

[brimfull]

under 3's I think 1:4,over 3 1:8.
Not certain though.

[ChippyMinton]

Don't forget to have a good look around too , especially at the children/staff relationships. And don't be afraid to follow your gut feeling about whether it will suit your DS.

[cleaninglady]

Luckily they have arranged for my ds to go in for snack time with the other children while i ask questions and look round then we can stay till the end of the session so about an hour altogether which I though was a good indicator ?! Am also very very nervous about him going - my dd is 5 and in reception and ds is my last baby and ive always been at home with him so will struggle to "let go"

[ChippyMinton]

Just think of all that 'me time' once he starts
That does sound good re visit, hope it goes well.