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And please realize that Kindergarten is 9 to 3:25 in Montgomery County now, starting at 5. Other counties have similar schedules.

If your child is 4.5, he should start acclimating at some point.[/quote]

I am so tired of this theory- this is what has our education in such a sad state now!  There is PLENTY of time to acclimate to this time... should the thought be well at K they have a long day, so lets to it at preschool 4+, so of course then we need to do it at age 3 too.  Do what you think is right for your kids. My theory is they get PLENTY of time in school, don't committ to a long preschool to prep for K.  That is a whole year of preschool!  I vote less time however, if childcare and your family needs make it better to do full day, then do it!  But don't do it b/c of a longer day in k!

Good lck. [/quote]

This child is almost 5 and would benefit from the structure and support of a more academic setting.  My theory is you prepare kids properly and giving them that year before K. is beneficial as it makes for a much smoother transition.  Its not a long prep.  Its a normal school day.  in other parts of the country this child would be in K.  Our children are far behind other countries and our children are not as prepared.  The only reason to keep a child home is due to your needs.  I would love to keep my child home.  I'm a SAHM and love love every moment with my child.  But, I know its better he's in school.[/quote]

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