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Children’s early years are shaped by the community around them. For many families, that community extends beyond parents to include grandparents, who often play a central role in their grandchildren’s lives.

The Power of the First Five Years

A child’s early years are a crucial time for development. In fact, nearly 90 percent of brain development occurs before a child reaches age five. Everything children experience as infants, toddlers, and preschoolers helps build a strong foundation for future learning, behavior, and health. Grandparents as Partners in Early Learning As a grandparent, your voice carries meaningful influence. Parents often turn to you for advice, reassurance, and support, especially when making big decisions like choosing a childcare and early education program. Here are a few ways you can become involved in your grandchild’s early learning journey.

1. Advocate for Quality

Encourage your family to prioritize high-quality early education programs. Look for reputable, licensed, and accredited childcare centers with a research-based curriculum, long-term teachers, and strong health and safety standards.

2. Contribute Financially (If You’re Able)

Consider helping with the financial investment of a high-quality childcare program. Some grandparents choose to contribute toward tuition or registration costs, set up a dedicated early learning fund, or give financial gifts for education during birthdays and holidays. Even small contributions can make a meaningful difference. Supporting early education is an investment in children’s long-term success.

3. Stay Involved in Their Early Learning Experience

Schools offer many opportunities to stay connected throughout the year. When you’re able, attend grandparent events, classroom celebrations, or visit your grandchild’s classroom as a special guest. You can also support learning at home by reading together, exploring the outdoors, or simply talking about your grandchild’s day at school. These everyday moments help reinforce what they’re learning and strengthen your bond. Why Grandparents Love New Horizon Academy New Horizon Academy has been a trusted early education and childcare provider for families since 1971. Parents and grandparents alike choose New Horizon Academy because:

• Our NAEYC-accredited programs meet the highest standards of quality, giving families confidence in their child’s education and care.
• Our experienced, long-term teachers build meaningful and lasting relationships that support children’s growth and development.
• Our state-of-the-art facilities provide safe, engaging environments where children can learn, explore, and stay active.
• Our social-emotional curriculum helps children build confidence and essential life skills alongside strong academic foundations.
• Our graduates leave fully prepared for kindergarten, both academically and socially.

A Gift That Lasts a Lifetime Today’s parents are balancing more than ever between careers, schedules, and financial pressures. When grandparents believe in the value of early education and actively support it, they can help ease that burden while opening opportunities for a child’s future. Investing in early education is a gift that continues to grow over time. By advocating for high-quality early learning experiences, you’re helping build a strong foundation that will support your grandchild’s growth for years to come.