However, true preparation for kindergarten goes beyond academics. Social and emotional readiness is crucial. The transition from a three-hour preschool class to a full-day public school setting—with three recesses, lunch, music, PE, library visits, bus rides, and over 400 students—is significant. To ensure a smooth transition, we focus on building confidence, teaching emotional regulation techniques, facilitating peer role-playing, and encouraging free-choice play throughout the year.