preschool

[pree-skool, pree-skool]

adjective

1. of, relating to, or intended for a child between infancy and school age.

   new methods of preschool education.

noun

1. a school or nursery for preschool children.

preschool

/ priːˈskuːl /

adjective

1. 1. (of a child) under the age at which compulsory education begins

   2. (of services) for or relating to preschool children

Word History and Origins

Origin of preschool¹

First recorded in 1920–25; pre- + school ¹

Example Sentences

The earliest signs of reading differences and dyslexia can be spotted in preschool — and perhaps even earlier.

From Los Angeles Times

Her two children have attended the district since preschool and her son is currently a high school student.

From Los Angeles Times

Since starting to use the curriculum two years ago, she has found that preschool students enjoy following maps.

From Los Angeles Times

The house became part of children's television history and has seen "busloads" of preschool pilgrims wanting to visit the set in the colourful harbour town.

From BBC

"In France, not a day passes without Jews assaulted in the street, synagogues or schools defaced, or Jewish-owned businesses vandalized. Your own Interior Ministry has reported antisemitic incidents even at preschools."

From BBC

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