THE GUIDELINES OF KINDERGARTEN EDUCATION MANAGEMENT BY PARENTAL PARTICIPATION FOR WIANGSA 4 GROUP, NAN

Abstract

The purpose of this research was to evaluate the implementation and the needs for managing early childhood education with parental involvement. The study aimed to identify effective management approaches for early childhood education that include parents' participation, as well as assess the suitability and feasibility of these approaches. The research tools included questionnaires, interviews, and evaluation forms for assessing suitability and feasibility. The target population comprised 97 individuals, including school directors, teachers, and parents, alongside 10 experts, such as school directors and early childhood educators from the Wiang Sa 4 network. Data analysis employed percentage calculations, mean (), and standard deviation (S.D.).This study investigates the conditions and needs for parental participation in managing early childhood education. Findings reveal that, overall, decision-making is the highest reported aspect, followed by experience organization, while communication practices and needs rank the lowest. Additionally, four key areas for improving parental participation management are identified: experience organization, environment arrangement, communication, and decision-making. The strategies for managing parental involvement in early childhood education are found to be highly appropriate and feasible.