Despite months of trying, your child still isn’t settling well into his preschool. When should you look for an alternative?
You thought you could work with peace of mind, knowing that you’ve enrolled your toddler at a reputable childcare centre. Yet, you’re starting to have niggling doubts that the centre is not right for you or your young child. Look out for these telltale signs:
He keeps crying
Your little one has been attending childcare for more than six weeks, but he still cries when you leave him there each morning. You understand that he tears up frequently throughout the day, as well. While it is common for young children to show some degree of separation anxiety, this typically eases within six to eight weeks.
He looks sluggish
This story is from the Young Parents Preschool Guide 2017 edition of Young Parents Pre-School Guide.
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