After this New Year, many parents of kindergarten-aged children returning or moving to Beijing will start to consider where their child will go to school. It is important as a parent you have a very clear understanding of the elementary curriculum that the school you are interested in uses. If you are staying at the same school that your child is attending for kindergarten, this is less of a concern, as the kindergarten program should prepare them with a base of skills they need. However, if you are changing schools, it is critical that you understand the new curriculum, BEFORE entering your chosen first-grade program.

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Once you know the criteria that your school has for children entering the first grade, talk to your current teacher, we can’t stress this enough! Your kindergarten teacher is your best resource outside of the home to help your child with preparation for this big transition.

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Setting up positive habits at home now to review what your child is learning at kindergarten is also imperative. The majority of Elementary programs have homework, while some more than others. They all require that you work with and support your child’s learning at home.  Some schools will even provide a winter/summer holiday packet of activities your child could do to keep their minds busy before they enter elementary school. Ask your teacher if this is something they could provide, and see if they have recommendations for things that you could do to help support the needs of your child. Be involved and don’t be afraid to ask for

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