DD is approaching 3 and although its early days I'm so worried about sending her to school. Although she chats happily and confidently to adults and older children when I'm there, the second I leave she is beside herself with tears. During a play date for example I can't go and make our guest a cup of tea without taking her with me. I don't mind this at all but I do worry about how she will cope when she has to be left. And even when I'm there with her she doesn't seem to like children of her own age - she won't go on a slide at soft play or in a ball pool for example if there's another child there. I love her so much and can't bear to ever see her upset. DH isn't worried at all and thinks sending her to preschool/school will really help her socially. Whereas I worry it will traumatise her! I'd love to know other's experiences, thanks so much.