Preschool just like any other graduation ceremony has the ceremony and the after party. Take a call, whether you want your child to be dressed in the same attire at both the ceremonies; the formal ceremony and the after party. You might want to dress the graduate in a formal suit at the formal graduation ceremony along with the caps and gowns. If you plan to photograph the ceremony you might want to make sure that the graduate is dressed right. There wouldn't be another day like this till your child receives his high school graduate diploma. Many times these outfits are expensive so you can opt for hiring the outfit rather than purchasing it outright. Do make sure that you keep in mind that these mementos would be a part of the graduate's life all through his life. If you have other younger children or are planning on having one you could purchase and reuse the graduation attire.
Although there would be a lot of variety in the styles you can dress up your little preschool graduate; but however, the belief system of Montessori recommends that you ask your little ones as to how they want to be dressed for their preschool graduation day. Children often develop their own sense of style by looking around and also sometimes observing their parents. There have been instances where celebrity kids have refused to get their hair cut, unless it was done by a particular salon. This proves that children do develop their own choices. This is called individuality and is very important that we respect the child's personal growth.
Once you have decided what the child would wear for the formal celebration while he collects his certificate cover; now time to decide what they would wear at the after party, although your child might have clothes for special occasions, but they would love it if you buy them a new outfit for this occasion. There are a lot of accessories that you could add on to the dull outfits such as calf links, ties, etc. Make sure you include the outfit for the after party in the graduation day budget beforehand.
Not just the preschool graduates but also the parents need to be dressed well for the graduation day. You should not look worn out or tattered on the graduation day of your child. Although such young children wouldn't pay too much attention to what you are wearing but remember you are going to be photographed.
