Preschool age is a crucial development stage for children. This is their first step to become independent emotionally and the 2 hours spent away from their care giver is the most unique experience. Children tend to fall ill often when they are growing. This is also their way to build their immune system. Along with the same, proper diet and a healthy family environment is more than enough to keep them happy.
Children’s activities are engrossing and keep them busy and hence once the child is recovered it is fine to send them to the class. It is always best to inform the teacher regarding the absenteeism and also attached a doctor’s certificate in case the illness was severe. Teachers are trained in the school to extend a lot of compassion and care to children who are ill. A child may also display a change of mood or angry behavior while experiencing discomfort.
While the child has fever or severe ailment, rest is essential and hence it is best to refrain from going to school. Children who are newly admitted to preschool take time to adjust with the surrounding. While being particular about attendance speeds up the process to get them familiar to the routine of going to school, it is very much important to help them recover. Speaking to them positively about school like ‘the teacher and your friends miss you’ certainly helps. The idea is to keep them motivated to get back to school so there is no apprehension in their little minds.
Most preschools also insist on a form that mentions allergies or sensitivities the child has before admission. Kids allergic to certain items like pollen, dust, gum or colors are surely taken care of in the best possible way. Certain new age schools also have a doctor on house which is beneficial to address accidental falls or sudden illness. The teachers who are newly inducted must also be communicated about the child’s allergies and small facts certainly help to avoid a health hazard.
Once the child is fit and healthy, they automatically love to partake in the activities. Diet restrictions may also be communicated. Playing and learning builds a certain joy that helps them overcome their discomforts.
