11 Questions while Choosing School for Your Child

For most of the parents, choosing school might be an easy task- as they would prefer one school which is nearest to their house. But for others, the selection of school could be more complicated decision.

Your Decision

Decision regarding where your child should go is quite personal and could be difficult in selection. It’s normal and quite common for every parent to feel anxious about getting the decision right with regards to school. For few parents the selection is quite simple as they prefer local school (Public) – the school which is near to their premises. Other parents could look out for afield at some other Government schools or Private which could be out of their premises. The selection of school is essential because it can have a remarkable impact on your child’s life.

Things to consider while selecting the school

You should think about what is going to work for your child’s personality, characteristics, interests, needs and strengths. You should also check that how different is schools environment and culture or values which are going to sit with the family values and life of the family.

The factors which could be included into the account are as under-

1. The facilities school is providing for supporting your child’s education like library, playgrounds, home languages, music, sporting teams etc.
2. The opportunities of family and parents involvement with the school and check how the communication between school management and parents is managed.
3. The size of the school and how many students are enrolled in each class or section.
4. The schools religious affiliations.
5. Your preference with regards to public or private education.
6. The schools previous academic results or performance with regards to cultural activities, games and other fields.
7. The location of the school, charges and facilities along with the difficulties of travelling from to and fro to school. Check for public transports as well to be on safer side.
8. Where your child’s friends are going.
9. Are there any schools which are recommended by your friends or family?
10. A strong emphasis on the particular curriculum area of interest for your child.
11. Based on the priorities you should narrow down your options to two or more and then surely finalize the school.

Conclusion

While choosing school you should try to focus on the benefit and long-term outcome of your child’s progress. It is highly recommended to communicate with other parent’s for their feedback with regards to working and environment of school.

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