Are children wasting their time in childcare?

children in childcare

Children playing with LEGO building bricks. Source: Pixsell

Some pushy parents felt play at daycare was a “waste of time’’. These parents expect early learning centres to teach their children to be ready for school but a survey says most kids just want to play with their friends outdoor. Are children really wasting their time in childcare? Lucy Chen tells the story.



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