A child’s best chance at long-term success in school comes when their families are engaged in their learning experience. Research shows that the earlier families become active participants, the bigger the impact it can have. That’s why Pre-K 4 SA has made family engagement a critical part of our approach to building a strong foundation for children’s future success. 

Unlocking the benefits of family engagement in education

Research consistently shows that family engagement in a child’s educational journey leads to better outcomes across the board. When families actively participate in their child’s learning, children tend to perform better academically, develop healthier social-emotional skills, engage in more school-related physical activity, and display higher levels of motivation and self-esteem. Family engagement creates a seamless connection between home and school, facilitating a holistic approach to a child’s development.

Active participation also helps families develop better relationships with educators, allowing them to more easily navigate school systems, better advocate for their children, and feel less isolated. Family input helps educators tailor the learning experience to better serve children’s unique needs and support families.

Not only do children and families benefit—schools, districts, teachers, and staff benefit as well. 

Higher levels of family engagement leads to better morale, increased job satisfaction and teacher retention, fewer suspensions and high-risk behaviors, and more participation in after-school programs.

How families get involved with their children’s education during pre-kindergarten sets a tone for the rest of their schooling. Encouraging and providing multiple avenues for family engagement is a big part of why we’ve been able to deliver positive results over the past decade.