Analysis of pre- and post-program student outcomes found that children in Jumpstart improved significantly in their language skills, literacy, initiative, and social development, t(117) = 37.63, p < 0.001. Assessments of student language skills, literacy, and social-emotional development were conducted using the Jumpstart School Success Checklist. One hundred and twenty-one preschool children (69 boys, 52 girls) between three and five years old participated in the study. The present study examined the impact of Jumpstart programming on the school readiness of low-income preschool children. My family and I love everything about this preschool from the teachers, the schoolwork, and the environment and location.The Jumpstart program is a national early childhood education program focusing on supporting children’s language skills, literacy, and social-emotional development. I like that the teachers keep us informed about everything.

He loves going to school everyday and seeing his teachers and friends. 'My son is very independent and I think this preschool has a lot to do with it. Her program is very well organized, keeping the kids busy and stimulated when they are learning or playing as well as calm and nurtured when they are listening or resting.' - Beth Smith 'Sherri has the amazing gift of connecting with children of all different ages and abilities. As a working mom the hours are perfect for my schedule and I am kept up to date thru Facebook posts and texts from Auntie Janice on how/what my children are doing.' - Katie Black

The children all listen very well to the staff and they have created an amazing structured environment for learning, creative play, and socializing skills. The staff is incredibly friendly, attentive, and loving to my children.

'I have 3 children who have attended jumpstart over the past couple years.

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