Here's what teachers look for when kids start school

Many parents believe teaching their child to read is the best way to get them ready to start school, but teachers often disagree. Teachers generally consider it more important for children to know how to regulate their emotions, be confident in their abilities and be curious learners, writes this researcher.

In my recent study, I wanted to find out which beliefs and behaviours from parents were most effective in helping their children succeed at school.

I collected data from 120 parents on what they believed was their role in supporting their child’s learning, as well how often they did certain things to prepare their child to succeed at school.

These were often regular activities parents did that would help prepare their child for school but weren’t necessarily done with that goal.

You can read the full version of this story in English on SBS Insight here.