Assessing the Impact of Kindergarten Bootcamp on School Readiness of Incoming Kindergarteners

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of a kindergarten bootcamp program in preparing children to start their transition into formal education. This research will focus on assessing the changes in the children\u27s readiness by conducting systematic observations on both the first and last days of the bootcamp with particular emphasis on examining student behavior, including engagement, attention span, self-regulation, and peer interactions as these are all critical indicators of one\u27s readiness for the classroom. Data was collected through structured observations, semi-structured interviews with the instructor, and follow-up reflections with parents conducted several months after program completion. Data was then evaluated to determine if the participation in the kindergarten bootcamp fosters improvement in a child\u27s behavioral adjustment, confidence, and preparedness for the kindergarten environment. In addition, this paper looks at the reason for a child\u27s behavior and how it connects with Maslow\u27s Hierarchy of Needs