Is your child ready for Pre-Primary 1 (PP1)? School readiness isn't just about academic skills – it encompasses social, emotional, and physical development too. Use this checklist to assess your child's preparedness.
Academic Readiness
Your child should be able to:
- Recognize letters of the alphabet
- Count to at least 20
- Recognize basic shapes and colors
- Hold a pencil correctly
- Write their name
- Follow multi-step instructions
Social Readiness
Social skills to look for:
- Plays cooperatively with other children
- Shares toys and takes turns
- Can work in small groups
- Respects teachers and rules
- Can separate from parents comfortably
Emotional Readiness
Emotional indicators:
- Manages frustration appropriately
- Expresses feelings verbally
- Shows curiosity about learning
- Can focus on tasks for 10-15 minutes
- Adapts to new situations
Physical Readiness
Physical skills needed:
- Uses scissors safely
- Can button and unbutton clothing
- Uses the toilet independently
- Has good hand-eye coordination
- Can sit still for short periods
