Actual Status and Factors Affecting the Psychology of School Readiness of 5 to 6-Year-Old Preschool Children in Vietnam

Abstract

The focus on a child's readiness for school frequently centers on the abilities and traits that they presently possess, particularly their language and cognitive abilities. This is an important topic that educators and parents give special attention to: preparing older preschoolers for entering grade 1. We surveyed 625 children aged 5 to 6, 32 teachers and 17 administrators of 6 public and private preschools in Thai Nguyen city. The results showed that forming the psychology of school readiness (primary school) of 5 to 6-year-old preschool children was concerned and appreciated by teachers; social media was one of the factors affecting the psychology of school readiness; students achieved the content of learning adaptation in primary school. The results of this study may help teachers and other professionals understand the value of preparing preschoolers aged 5 to 6 for the psychology of school preparation, from which suitable lesson plans and pedagogical techniques can be formed.

Received: 14 February 2023 / Accepted: 12 April 2023 / Published: 5 May 2023