I have a friend whose daughter wasn't going to be able to go to kindergarten because she didn't know how to bounce a ball.  I'm thinking that maybe the whole school thing has gotten a little out of control.  From what you said, you have to remind/reteach her things every once in a while.  I think as long as you can do that, it means that she has that capacity to learn.  If you were going over it constantly and she still couldn't get it, then maybe you would have a cause for concern.  If you really think she should be able to count, then maybe you can focus on fun counting games to help her remember. 

Hi sweetie,

i'm betting Jess is more advanced in other areas, so I wouldn't stress too much.  I feel there is way too much pressure put on parents to correct potential problems with their children at an earlier age.  I feel we will be expected to put our newborns into uni the way things are going.

Obviously, if Jess doesn't keep improving in these areas at a reasonable pace, then extra help won't hurt.

And as for four year olds writing their names!!!!!! Huh?  I've never heard of a four year old who could write their name!!!!!!!!  my 5 year old is just starting to do this.  Who told you Jess should be writing her name (making an assumption here)?  They need their heads read!

Charlotte can count to 10 but she cant write her name. she knows it starts with a C but thats it. My kindy is fine with Charlie being like this.

Personally i would just keep persivering. give her 6 months before going to see a peaditricion.(spelling) The teachers should sugest help through the school before going to see one. (the school should provide a referal to see a therapist who helps with memory)

good luck chicki