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PARENT GUIDE · EARLY YEARS

Is my child ready for school?

Readiness is about independence and confidence more than letters and numbers. A checklist for Nursery and Class 1.

IN SHORT

A child is ready for nursery when they can be away from you for a few hours, say what they need, use the toilet with a little help and join a short activity. For Class 1, add: following simple instructions in a group, holding a pencil and sitting for a short task. Reading and counting are not required at entry. Nursery: at least 3 and under 4 years old on 31 March of the year the session starts.

Updated · Mayo International School, Patparganj, East Delhi

Nursery age
3+ on 31 March
Key skill
Saying what they need
Not required
Reading or writing
Mayo Nursery seats
60

Ready for Nursery

  • Can stay with another trusted adult for a few hours
  • Tells you when they are hungry, thirsty or need the toilet
  • Toilet trained, or nearly, with a little help
  • Plays alongside other children and can share sometimes
  • Joins in a short song, story or activity

Ready for Class 1

  • Follows a two- or three-step instruction in a group
  • Holds a pencil and colours inside a shape
  • Sits for a 10–15 minute activity
  • Manages lunch box, water bottle and shoes alone
  • Recognises their own name

How to prepare at home

Read together every day, play counting and sorting games, practise short separations, and build a school-day routine of sleep, breakfast and leaving on time a few weeks before term.

How Mayo helps

Nursery admission for 2027-28 is open until 15 December 2026 (60 seats this round).

Twenty-one Bagless Days a session for LKG to Class III let young children learn through activities, making and play.

Questions parents ask

How do I know if my child is ready for nursery?

If they can be away from you for a few hours, say what they need, use the toilet with a little help and join a short activity, they are usually ready.

Does my child need to read or write before Class 1?

No. Readiness is about independence, listening and attention; reading and writing are taught in school.

What is the age for nursery?

Nursery: at least 3 and under 4 years old on 31 March of the year the session starts.

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Sources

Rules change each year: check the official notice for your year. Mayo's own figures come from the school's records.

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