Early education is quite important for every child. A recent study by The Perry Preschool Project shows that children who graduate preschool have higher high school graduation rates and better jobs in the future. Pre-K education gives youngsters the opportunity to learn important lessons, socialize with others, and grow in several different ways. For most parents, the question isn't whether or not they should sign their child up for a pre-K program. It's which is the best preschool out of all their available options?

Unless you reside in a tiny city, you probably have a lot of preschool options. This decision can be quite intimidating for the parents of a future preschooler. Here are three effective strategies that can help make this choice easier:

Talk to Family & Friends

The best resource for finding the best preschools in your city are parents who have children who attended pre-K classes recently. These people have valuable insight into the program that they selected (and maybe those that they didn't. A few conversations with parents can help you gather a few pre-K schools that you can look into.

Rating Websites

A handful of websites exist that rank and review local preschools and other institutions. Reading these websites will give you an indication of your available options. This doesn't mean you should instantly go with the top-rated preschool. But it should help you get closer to the best choice.

Tours

Before you make your decision, visiting a few of your favorite preschools is a must. This gives you an opportunity to talk to teachers and find out if the school fits your criteria. Call ahead and see when these preschools allow visitors.

Following these basic steps will hopefully lead you to choosing the best preschool for your child to get their early education.

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