Is it ok to enroll my kid in a Christian Preschool/daycare?

Re: Is Christian School a good choice for preschoolers?

sorry dear.... i dont know

 

Re: Is Christian School a good choice for preschoolers?

depends on what values you want your child to be exposed to in his/ her formative years...

the name itself shows that the nature of teaching might be quite parochial

why dont you check for a more secular institution?

 

It's perfectly okay. I think the fee is low because it's subsidized by the church? Not sure if there are other reasons. Talk to others who send their children there.

Are you wondering because you are not a Christian? I am a Hindu and I went to a Christian missionary school. That didn't "convert" me into a Christian. But it helped me understand God is one. It taught me religious tolerance...i am as excited about Christmas as I will be about diwali and dushera. There are no temples near where I live. But I know a church is just another temple. Are you getting the point?

 

In the US, there are many 'fringe' churches with rather unsavory beliefs. First look into the denomination of the church, then research their origin, history and beliefs. You will then be able to make a more informed decision.

Most states in the US have regulations and licensing requirements. You will be able to find a website with information and checklists. Here is an example for NC. See:http://ncchildcare.dhhs.state.nc.us/pdf_forms/Checklistcenter.pdf
Visit the center and evaluate it. Google "how to evaluate a daycare center" & also look for information specific to your state. You will find tons of information.

It may also be a good idea to find other Indian parents who send their kids there. Failing that, you could speak to any parents, whom you feel comfortable with, who send their kids there.

Try to be thoughtful and systematic in your approach.

 

Tulipz,

Very beautifully said and how true. Worship your religion and have tolerance towards other religions.

ilovesai,

I am not sure what your dilemma is about it, but I think it's absolutely fine.

 

My son went to a church private school for 3 years. We didn't have any issues and his school was a hard core Roman Catholic school. The fees was less than non religious private school and I heard good opinion about the school, that's the reason why I sent him there. They had to learn religion every day and I encouraged my son to read all that as its good to know everything. He reads amarchitra katha at home, so it's all stories for him. He was little confused initially, but then he was fine. They had mass every Friday and many other religious activities. Seeing my son, my Pakistani Muslim neighbor also started sending his son there

 

personally, i don't believe religion should have any place in a school setting. as for appreciation of other cultures/religions, the home environment is as important in inculcating these values. that was how it was for us.

having said that, sokanasanah has great advice if you are inclined towards this preschool.