Starting an in-home preschool or an in-home day care center with a structured, preschool portion of the day can be a deeply rewarding undertaking. And, if youre a parent of young children, its also a flexible way for you to contribute financially and still spend your days at home.
From a business perspective, theres never been a better time to embark on the in-home preschool path. Todays educated, professional parents want their preschoolers stimulated with literature, hands-on projects and opportunities for creative play. The heavy demand for quality day care options is undisputed.
But starting your own in-home preschool can be daunting. Where do you begin? How do you proceed? Do you have the stamina to provide interesting new topics, crafts and lessons, day after day?
Fortunately, these nagging doubts can be easily allayed with a little planning. Start by taking a quiet afternoon and sit down with a paper and pencil. Ask yourself the following questions and jot down your all your ideas:
*What are my core beliefs? How will this shape my program?
*What is my teaching philosophy? What is the purpose of education?
*What do I hope...