Traditional and modern forms of cooperation between kindergarden and family: towards a network society

Summary The diagnostic survey method was used. The research covered a group of 122 teachers from selected preschool institutions of the Lubelskie Voivodship and 122 parents. The results show that traditional forms of cooperation, i.e. group meetings and phone conversations are still widely popular. Material and methods The researchers also focused on learning about the preferred forms of cooperation between parents and teachers and identifying those factors that may hinder the cooperation. Results There is a social belief among both teachers and parents that cooperation between kindergartens and families is necessary because it allows children to be better prepared for life in the constantly changing social conditions. Conclusions Cooperation between parents and teachers is not always satisfactory for both sides. Communications and creates distance according to respondents are: excessive self–confidence, self–exaltation, excessive ambition, prejudice, and selfishness.