While Alabama does offer the First Class Pre-K program, not every family that applies is accepted. Landing on the waiting list means that a foundational part of children’s education falls to families who often aren’t sure what schools expect their children to know before they enter kindergarten.
As a former kindergarten teacher and current tutor for pre-K through third-grade students, I’m here to help you prepare your child for kindergarten. Based on my experience, here are the six skills and pieces of knowledge that your child needs. If your child starts in the fall of 2023, here’s your guidebook to getting them kindergarten ready.