There’s no denying preschool and daycare play an important role in children’s social and mental development.

They both challenge children to accept new life experiences and practice group activities alongside in a stimulating social environment with other children their age.

And current research only reinforces this narrative.

A recent research study from Sorbonne University in Paris tracked more than 1,400 children, concluding that children who attended daycare centers were “less likely to have high levels of emotional symptoms, peer relationship problems, hyperactivity/inattention, and conduct problems.”

So, how exactly does the daycare experience contribute to these important life lessons that every young child must learn?