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We all know that early education is very important. According to a study by The Perry Preschool Project, preschool graduates commit less crimes, are more likely to graduate high school, and hold higher-paying jobs as adults. Preschool gives youngsters the chance to learn important skills, interact with other kids, and grow in several different ways. So this leaves parents with an important question: Which preschool should they select?

Unless you live in a tiny city, you probably have a lot of preschool options. Some are new, while others have been around for decades. Choosing the best preschool can be a daunting decision for any parent. Here are three effective strategies that can help make this choice easier:

Referrals

The very best resource for finding the top-rated preschools in your city are parents who have children who attended pre-K classes in recent years. These people have valuable insight into the program that they selected (and maybe those that they didn't. This is a great starting point for narrowing your search to a few choices.

Ranking Websites

Try a search for "best preschools in (your area)" and you will likely find two types of results: specific preschools and review websites. These websites will include reviews and rankings for a number of different preschools in your local area. You don't need to select the preschool with top ranking automatically, but these sites should help make your choice easier.

Take a Tour

Once you have finally cut your list down to a few choices, visit the locations of your preferred preschools. Call first to make sure you visit during the right time.

If you follow all three of these steps, it will be much easier to find the best early education option for your child.