A simple guide to help you understand your child's development and reflect on their readiness. No perfect score, no pressure — just helpful insight to guide your next step.
START THE SELF-ASSESSMENT TOOL
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Go through 5 domains of readiness, one page at a time
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Tick each statement that applies to your child
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See your total score and what it means
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Every child grows at their own pace. Use this guide as a starting point for reflection, not as a definitive measure of readiness. Kiddy123 does not take responsibility for decisions made based on this guide alone. When in doubt, speak with your child's preschool teacher or a qualified early childhood professional.
1 of 5 domains
Domain 01
Physical Foundations
Gross and fine motor skills your child needs for movement, writing, and classroom life.
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Tick as many statements as you feel accurately describe your child today.
Shows a foundational pencil grip and basic scissor skills
Has the energy and stamina for a full school day
Moves with coordination — jumping, climbing, balancing
Manages belongings without frequently losing them
Shows a clear hand preference (left or right)
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Domain 02
Language Readiness
Communication skills that help children participate in class and build friendships.
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Tick as many statements as you feel accurately describe your child today.
Speaks clearly in sentences of 4–6 words
Answers simple questions about a story read aloud
Recognises letters, especially those in their own name
Can recount a recent event in sequence
Identifies rhyming words or letter sounds
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Domain 03
Cognitive & Learning
Curiosity, attention, and problem-solving — the building blocks of classroom learning.
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Tick as many statements as you feel accurately describe your child today.
Sits and focuses on structured activities for 10–15 minutes
Naturally asks ‘why’ and ‘how’ questions
Accepts plan changes without major upset
Familiar with shapes, colours and counting to 10
Tries to solve simple challenges before asking for help
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Domain 04
Self-Care & Independence
Daily routines your child needs to manage on their own once they enter school.
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Tick as many statements as you feel accurately describe your child today.
Manages own belongings (water bottles, lunch containers, school bag)
Follows three-step instructions independently (Put on your shoes, get your bag and wait by the door)
Independent with shoes, socks and bathroom routines
Eats meals without consistent adult assistance
Practises basic hygiene habits like handwashing independently
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Domain 05
Social & Emotional
How your child manages feelings, connects with peers, and handles new situations.
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Tick as many statements as you feel accurately describe your child today.
Handles small frustrations without major meltdowns
Shows interest in peers and knows how to take turns in group play
Can separate from parents for a few hours without extreme distress
Able to tell an adult when confused, hurt, or needing help
Recognises and responds to basic emotions in others
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Your Results
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Your Results
Complete the guide to see your results.
Your domain breakdown
Physical Foundations
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Language Readiness
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Cognitive & Learning
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Self-Care & Independence
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Social & Emotional
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21–25
Packed and ready to go!
Your child is showing strong readiness. See you in Standard 1!
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15–20
Almost there, just needs a little polish.
Good foundation. Use the time before enrolment to brush up on the gaps.
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8–14
Still loading… please wait.
A few more months in preschool will do wonders. No stress.
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0–7
Not yet. And that's completely fine.
Give it another year. Future P1 student in the making.
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⚠️ Please remember
This tool is for reflection purposes — not a test. No score can definitively tell you whether your child is ready for Standard 1. The goal is to help your child feel confident, capable and ready to participate when they begin their primary school journey. Kiddy123 does not take responsibility for decisions made based on this guide alone. When in doubt, speak with your child's preschool teacher or a qualified early childhood professional.
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