Choice of kindergarten: home or state

It seems like quite recently the baby learned to sit on the potty, fell asleep near the chest and showed a "hedgehog", but time has flown by, and it's time to collect the mischievous one in kindergarten. Parents begin to rack their brains – which one to choose, so that the child is well, and they are satisfied with the conditions for their child. The main choice is often between a home kindergarten and a state institution.

In the article we will discuss these two types of children's institutions, dwell on their advantages and disadvantages. We will separately consider the concept of a family kindergarten, as well as what should be a good kindergarten for children and other nuances of choice.

Home kindergarten: features of the stay

Just by the name you can judge the essence of the institution, that is, the kids in the institution feel at home – at least in theory. Most often, this is not an institution, but a house or apartment that is properly equipped (ideally, there is a game room, kitchen, bedroom and a place to study). Children in the institution learn, play, are taught and are given proper care. The age of children in such a garden – from 2 months to 7 years.

This type of kindergarten belongs to a private option, and, of course, it is not cheap, but for a beloved blood, parents do not spare money – the main thing is that the baby was in good conditions. The home gardens do not have their own playground (only if the garden is a country house), and all walks and outdoor games are held in parks located close to the house.

The family garden has conditions close to home coziness and comfort, children are also occupied and carried out in the educational process. The services of such institutions are paid, so not every parent can afford it.

What should be a good garden

«Home kindergarten or state – what's the difference?', say many parents, – "The main thing is that it is good for the baby." What does the concept of "good kindergarten" imply? – now we will analyze the main aspects:

1. Terms of stay. They must be suitable for babies, this includes equipped playgrounds, comfortable beds in the bedroom, age-appropriate furniture for classes, the presence of security and surveillance cameras, etc.
2. Educators with a diploma. A qualified specialist will be able to teach a child and help him develop properly, and not a nanny who completed courses in 2 months.
3. Quality food. The child grows and develops, therefore, he should be fed with high-quality and natural products, and not with cheap sausage.
4. Health, which garden employees should pay attention to, regular walks on the street, physical activities contribute to the full development of the crumbs.

A garden that parents are willing to pay for must have several fundamental factors for their child to grow up healthy and acquire useful skills there. This does not require the supernatural, but there must be the attention and professionalism of teachers, appropriate conditions and a natural diet.

How is a state institution better than a home kindergarten

The opinion that kindergartens on the balance sheet of city administrations resemble Soviet education is completely wrong. Yes, the buildings are more often left from those times, but the opportunities have expanded as the preschool education system does not stand still.

Key Benefits of State Type Gardens:

• there are much more of them, so parents can douse the baby in the nearest one to their home or work, which is quite convenient;
• diversified staff, because in the state kindergarten there is a nanny, and a teacher, and a nurse, and a music teacher, etc.;
• the presence of a speech therapy group, if the baby needs a speech therapist, which is often absent in family institutions;
• the presence of conditions for the comprehensive development of the baby – public gardens often have a swimming pool, a dance group, performances in the assembly hall, – such events are not held, as a rule, in family-type gardens, primarily due to lack of space.

State gardens have undeniable advantages over home ones, but the choice is still up to the parents. Only they will be able to determine where the baby will be better, and whether he needs a pool and dancing at an early age, you can give the child to such sections. When he goes to school.

Home kindergartens: who needs them, the pros and cons of institutions

Does your child need a family garden

Before sending a child to one or another institution, it is important to determine his individual characteristics, to find out how quickly the baby adapts and what would be better for his full development: a small family atmosphere or the process of learning within the walls of the state in large groups.

An experienced psychologist will help you determine this, and you can contact him for advice, do not forget to get the opinion of your pediatrician, if necessary, a speech therapist. When the baby does not adapt well to new conditions, then, of course, in an environment close to home, it will be much easier for him. It will be a big test for the child and parents if the period of adaptation to the new regime (in a state institution) drags on for weeks, and even worse, months.

The problem of choosing a kindergarten requires an individual approach, and qualified specialists will help parents deal with this: psychologists, speech therapists and pediatricians. After visiting them, parents should draw their own conclusions and choose an institution.

Benefits of Home Kindergarten

The institution has its positive aspects:

• small group sizes to ensure your child receives the caregiver's attention, proper care and individual attention;
• reducing the risk of infection, because when there are 5 people in a group, the risk of getting sick is minimal, for example, chickenpox in children is much less common;
• introduction of innovative programs into the learning process, since the institution is not controlled by the Ministry of Education, the methods are chosen by educators at their discretion, taking into account the characteristics of the children in the group;
• parents do not require a permanent residence permit for registration in a kindergarten, a temporary one is also suitable;
• The menu for mischievous people is prepared according to the wishes of the parents, and it is much more diverse than in a state institution, since it costs more money.

Family-type gardens have their merits, which are quite convincing. Complete nutrition, individual approach, and what else the kid needs for proper preparation for school.

About shortcomings of home kindergartens

Despite all the positives, gardens of this type have their drawbacks, which should not be forgotten:

• lack of own playground – if the home garden is located in the apartment, then the children play on the playground near the house, and this is not always convenient and safe (after all, not only children play there);
• often in institutions the work of a nanny and educator is performed by one person and, despite the small completeness, it is difficult for him to fully fulfill all the duties;
• the cost of services, which is not always affordable for parents;
• there is no verification of how children are monitored, the quality of the educational process can only be judged by believing the words of the educators themselves, and, of course, the kids.

It is also more difficult for children to overcome shyness in such kindergartens, because there is no need to speak in front of a large audience. Read about adaptation in the garden in our previous article.

Cons of family kindergartens – this is, first of all, high price, lack of large space and a small number of staff, but, nevertheless, the demand for such establishments is not reduced.

In which institution to determine such a quickly grown up baby, it is still up to the parents. Each of the presented institutions has its pros and cons, and only you know where the baby will be better.

In order not to make a mistake with the choice, be sure to visit a home kindergarten or a state kindergarten with a mischievous person before identifying the baby. Pay attention to his reaction, and read the terms of stay yourself. This is the right of every parent in any preschool institution, because proper preparation for school will positively influence the success of your children in the future.