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School Readiness

School readiness is foundational across early childhood systems and programs. It means children are ready for school, families are ready to support their children's learning, and schools are ready for children. Head Start views school readiness as children possessing the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary for success in school and for later learning and life. Physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development are all essential ingredients of school readiness. Managers, teaching staff, caregivers, family advocates, and families can learn more about creating enriching and supportive learning environments for young children ages birth to 5.

Perceptual Preschool

Thu, 03/23/2017 - 11:11

Domain: Perceptual, Motor, and Physical Development

Perceptual

Thu, 03/23/2017 - 11:13

Perceptual, Motor, and Physical Development is foundational to children's learning in all areas because it permits children to fully explore and function in their environment.

Science Preschool

Thu, 03/23/2017 - 11:15

Domain: Scientific Reasoning

Social Infant

Thu, 03/23/2017 - 11:15

Goal IT-SE 1. Child develops expectations of consistent, positive interactions through secure relationships with familiar adults.

Social Preschool

Thu, 03/23/2017 - 11:16

Domain: Social and Emotional Development

Social

Thu, 03/23/2017 - 11:17

Positive social and emotional development in the early years provides a critical foundation for lifelong development and learning.

Head Start Approach to School Readiness – Overview

Fri, 03/31/2017 - 14:49

The Head Start Approach to School Readiness means that children are ready for school, families are ready to support their children's learning, and schools are ready for children.

Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework

Fri, 03/31/2017 - 17:08

The ELOF framework is designed to show the continuum of learning of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. It is grounded in comprehensive research around what young children should know and be able to do during their early years.