How many hours of sleep should a 3 year old get?

If he's sleeping, then it's not too much. If he's fighting the nap, then eliminate that. Let him tell you what's too much because while there are general guidelines, it's a broad spectrum and each child is different. As long as he's actually sleeping during that time, then it's fine. My son also get's about 9-10 hours at night and between 30-90 minutes nap during the day. Sometimes more, sometimes less. As it is, he's 3 1/2 and starting to phase out of the afternoon naps and he's starting to wake up a bit earlier in the morning.

My 3 year old goes to bed at 8pm and is up about 6:30am. He naps for 1 1/2-2 hours. This is what works for him.

My oldest boy...when he was three...went to b ed at 8pm, woke at 6am and wasn't napping.

I agree with JPsMommy's answer.....each child is different. My 3 year old daughter goes to bed at 8pm and gets up around 7am usually. She doesn't nap. She's also been getting up in the middle of the night recently(not fun!!). I also think the more sleep a child gets, the better. My children always function better when they've had a full night's rest!!!

My son is 4, but he has been sleeping 10-12 hours every night, with no nap in the day, since he was 2 1/2. It works for him, but it may not work for every child.

Thank you so much for all the answers and advice! It sounds like we are on the right track but I just wanted to touch base! Thanks again! :)