Thinking about preschool for your toddler but don't know where to start? Watch this informative discussion about the different preschool philosophies featuring expert panelists from preschools across the city.  

Topics include:

• Montessori, Waldorf, Reggio Emilia and other philosophies
• How to decide if these philosophies or others are a good fit for your child
• How preschool works during the pandemic

Participating schools:

Bennett Day School
British International School of Chicago, South Loop
Cardinal Bernardin Montessori Academy
Mary Meyer School
Urban Prairie Waldorf School

Thank you to our presenting sponsor British International School of Chicago, South Loop.

Intro: Opening remarks

7 min mark: Introduction to the different schools

12 min mark: Philosophy questions

22 min mark: How does preschool work during the pandemic?

36 min mark: Preschool classroom activities

46 min mark: Preschool behavior expectations

58 min mark: Preschool school/family connections

1:10 min mark: Other factors in finding a "good fit" preschool

1:20 min mark: The application process

1:28 min mark: Separation anxiety

1:43 min mark: Audience Q&A