Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

preschooler

noun

/ˈprɛˌskuːlər/

Definition

A child who is of preschool age, typically between the ages of 3 and 5 years, who has not yet entered elementary school.

Examples

My sister’s son is a preschooler, and he loves playing with his friends at daycare.
Preschoolers often engage in activities that promote creativity and learning, such as art and story time.

Meaning

Preschoolers are young children who are beginning to develop important skills in socialization, basic academic concepts, and motor skills, usually in a structured early education environment.