Finding the perfect school for kids can be a daunting prospect for some parents. One thing to bear in mind is that there is simply no such thing as the perfect school. What you should really be looking for is the perfect school for your kids: which would be a school that will meet their needs, engage them and cater to their particular strengths and interests.
What are your expectations?
Make a list of the type of education you want your child to receive, as well as the types of values and ideals you want the school to emphasize. This can be invaluable in selecting the right school.
Look for recommendations
It's a great idea to source perspectives from parents, as well as from students attending a particular school. You can search online to find valuable information and feedback, or simply use your existing friendship networks to get an idea of who is happy with the education being provided by a particular school and why.
Visit the school
It's difficult to get a feel for a school without actually seeing it in person. While the grand private school down the road might seem impressive or the local public school warm and friendly, it's hard to tell whether it's right for your kids without actually taking the time to check out the grounds and facilities, and chat to the teachers and staff. Open days and working bee days are great for doing this.
Children spend so many hours at school and changing schools can be disruptive, so it’s worth being thorough when it comes to selecting a school.
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