My daughter, who was two in December, has just started at a nursery school for two short afternoons a week. She found her first day rather traumatic - particularly being around groups of very noisy children (she's a quiet little thing). Seperation anxiety doesnt seem to be a problem. I am beginning to think that she might actually be too young for this, although its a very relaxed place with lots of playing. Most of the other children are 2.5. My partner feels that she needs to learn to mix and that I mollycoddle her too much - I of course disagree (!) and feel that forcing her to go could cause more problems in the long run.
I really really need the break though so I was originally very keen for her to go. I feel she needs lots of one to one in a quiet environment with a few other children - do childminders take them at this age?
Would be glad of other opinions/experiences, thanks.