Khan, FarashaSinha, Chumki2026-08-172026-08-1720262026-08-17ID 24155004https://hdl.handle.net/10361/29204This thesis is submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science in Early Childhood Development, 2026.Cataloged from PDF version of thesis.Includes bibliographical references (pages 60-63).The study explores how preschool teachers in urban Dhaka, Bangladesh understand children’s readiness for school among children aged 3 to 5 years. It focuses on teachers’ views about children’s preparation for primary school. Data were collected through focus group discussions and in-depth interviews. This research looks at children’s developmental skills and the factors that influence their transition to formal schooling. Teachers describe school readiness as a mix of several abilities. These include basic thinking skills, early language development, emotional control and social interaction. Many teachers believe that all these areas are important for a smooth transition to primary school. However, differences were found between private and NGO run centers. These differences are related to available resources and teaching methods. Teachers also identify several factors that affect readiness for formal schooling. They consist of classroom settings, teacher preparation, parental involvement, and school expectations. Support from families is seen as especially important. A positive learning environment also plays a major role. The study identifies insight into how early learning preparedness is understood in urban Bangladesh. It suggests the need for better teacher training, improved policies and stronger cooperation between schools and families.72 pagesen-USAttribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 InternationalBRAC University theses are protected by copyright. They may be viewed from this source for any purpose, but reproduction or distribution in any format is prohibited without written permissionhttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/School readinessPreschool teachersUrban BangladeshEarly childhood developmentQualitative studyPreschool teachers--Training of.Early childhood education.Child development.Thesis