As an advocate for early childhood education, I often find myself discussing the differences between our preschool and daycare. While both can serve as childcare options for working parents, there are distinct advantages to enrolling a child in a preschool program that go beyond simple supervision. In this blog post, I'll delve into why a high-quality preschool like ours is more beneficial for a child's development compared to traditional daycare.
In the realm of early childhood education, the debate between daycare and preschool often arises. While both serve as childcare options for working parents, the value proposition of a high-quality preschool program far exceeds that of traditional daycare. Let's explore why investing in a preschool education offers superior long-term benefits for children and families alike.
The state of New York has been experimenting with the idea of Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) in recent years. While this policy sounds great on its surface, the manner in which NYS is rolling this program out is rife with issues and inconsistencies. As it currently stands, independent preschools have more consistent standards and offer higher quality education than the patchwork of partially funded UPK programs across NYS.