Preschool experience essential to kids’ education outcomes, say experts


PETALING JAYA: Children must possess school-readiness skills to avoid challenges in reading, writing, and mathematics throughout their schooling, say experts and stakeholders.

Taylor’s University Centre for Future Learning Curriculum Innovation and Development director Assoc Prof Dr Lydia Foong Yoke Yean said to achieve this, early childhood care and education must focus on quality.

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