What’s inside
A friendly one-page checklist of 20 everyday skills many children have when they start preschool, grouped into feelings and friends, looking after myself, talking and listening, hands and body, and early learning. It’s a guide to help you spot what to practise, not a test.
How to use it
- Print the checklist and tick what your child can already do.
- Pick one or two unticked skills to practise in everyday play.
- Look at it again in a month or two to see the progress.
What children practise
- Spotting your child’s strengths
- Knowing what to practise before preschool starts
- Feeling confident about the big first day
Tips for parents
- Every child grows at their own pace: ticking most boxes is plenty.
- Read our blog post on preschool readiness signs for more ideas.
- If you have worries about your child’s development, talk to your doctor or health visitor.
Questions parents ask
Is the preschool readiness checklist really free?
Yes. Download and print as many copies as you like for your family or your classroom. There’s nothing to buy and no sign-up.
Which paper size should I choose?
Choose A4 if you’re in the UK, India, Australia or most of the world, and US Letter if you’re in the United States or Canada. Both print the same pages; just pick the one that matches the paper in your printer.
Can I use these in my classroom or nursery?
Yes, you’re welcome to print them for your class. Please don’t sell them or upload the PDF files elsewhere; share a link to this page instead.
Do the pages print in black and white?
Yes. They look bright in colour, but every page also works on a black-and-white printer, and the pictures are made to be coloured in.
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