Author

Shielamae A. Alda
Cebu Technological University
Cebu, Philippines
Email: simplebabymae@gmail.com

Abstract

This study assessed the influence of parent’s involvement on the social competence and behavior problems of preschoolers at the identified public elementary schools in Division of Cebu Province, namely Mantalongon Elementary School, Primo Villegas Elementary School, Malolos Elementary School, Cabcaban Elementary School, and Patupat Elementary School during the 2024-2025 academic year. A descriptive-correlational research design was employed, gathering data from both teachers and parents across five schools using total enumeration for teachers and quota sampling for parents. The study utilized two adapted instruments to assess parental involvement and child social behaviors. The data were interpreted using the frequency and percentage, mean and standard deviation, and Pearson Product-Moment Correlation Coefficient (r). The results revealed a predominance of females, with most parent-respondents aged 29-36, high school graduates, having 1-2 children, and a combined monthly income of ₱10,000 or less. All teacher respondents were female, aged 32-36, had completed master’s degree units, and most had 6-15 years of teaching experience. High parental involvement correlated with children’s competence and fewer behavior problems. A minimal positive correlation was identified between parental involvement and competent levels of social competence, along with low behavioral challenges among children. Thus, while parental engagement offers benefits, it does not have a significant influence on behavioral outcomes. However, the action plan is in this study.

Keywords: Early Childhood Education, parental engagement, social competence, behavioral challenges, preschool children, descriptive-correlational design, Cebu Province, Philippines

DOI: http://doi.org/10.69651/PIJHSS0404601

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Alda, S. A. (2025). Parental engagement and its effects on social competence and behavioral challenges in Preschool children. Pantao (The International Journal of the Humanities and Social Sciences) 4 (4), 6518-6528. http://doi.org/10.69651/PIJHSS0404601

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