Meaning & Definition of word "Preschool"

Preschool

/ˈprɛˌskuːl/

1. An educational establishment or program for children usually between the ages of 3 and 5, prior to entering primary school.
- Example: My daughter loves going to preschool every day.
2. The period of education that occurs before a child enters elementary school.
- Example: She attended preschool for two years before starting kindergarten.

1. Relating to the period before a child begins primary education.
- Example: The preschool curriculum focuses on social skills and basic literacy.
2. Relating to educational activities or programs designed for preschool-aged children.
- Example: They organized a preschool art class to encourage creativity among the children.

●Derived from 'pre-' meaning before and 'school'.

preschool education:

Early education for children typically aged 3 to 5.

preschool readiness:

The skills and behaviors that prepare a child for Kindergarten.

preschool teacher:

An educator who specializes in teaching young children.

kindergarten:

A class or program that prepares children for elementary school, typically for children aged 5 to 6.

daycare:

A facility providing care and supervision for young children during the day.

early childhood education:

The period of learning that takes place typically before the age of 8.

Meaning: Play school

● Example Sentence: In some areas, people refer to preschool as play school, emphasizing the playful aspect of learning.

Meaning: Pre-K

● Example Sentence: Pre-K is a common slang term for preschool, indicating pre-kindergarten education.