It's not a secret that early education is an valuable part of placing children on the path to eventual happiness and success. A recent study by The Perry Preschool Project shows that children who attend preschool have better high school graduation rates and higher-paying jobs in the future. There are lots of advantages to pre-K education, including critical knowledge and social interaction. For parents, the question is not whether or not they should enroll their child in a pre-K program. It's which is the right preschool for them?

Parents have lots of preschools to choose from, especially if they live in or near a big city. Some are part of the local public school system, while others are charter schools with specialized curriculum. Choosing the best preschool is no easy selection. Let us assist you with these three effective suggestions:

Referrals

Talking to people you know who have been through this process before is one of the best choices that you can make. They can provide you with valuable information about teachers, cost, location, structure, and teaching curriculum. This is a great starting point for limiting your search down to a few choices.

Read Rating Websites

Try a search for "top-rated preschools in (your area)" and you will likely find two types of results: specific preschools and ranking websites. These websites will include reviews and rankings for lots of different preschools in your area. You don't have to select the preschool with top ranking immediately, but these sites will help make your choice easier.

Take a Tour

Once you have finally cut your list down to a few choices, tour the campuses of your favorite preschools. Call ahead to see when these preschools allow visitors.

Following these basic steps will hopefully lead you to selecting the top-rated preschool for your child to receive his/her early education.