Picking a school for your child involves juggling competing priorities and considerations. These can range from the practical (“Is this school on my way to work? Can we afford to pay the tuition? Is after-school care provided?”) to the lofty (“Does the school reflect my family’s values and perspectives on education and child development, and fit with my child’s unique learning needs? Will this school give my child a leg up?”).
This guide helps you identify, categorize, and prioritize these considerations, and helps you maximize your time spent researching and contacting prospective schools.
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Below find highlights from the discussion. You can also watch our video (and read our curated transcript) of school heads on the topic of choosing the right school.
Other resources you may find helpful include: Our Kids step-by-step guide, experts, parents on choosing a school, pathways to finding the right school... [Read More]
Below find highlights from the discussion. You can also watch our video (and read our curated transcript) of school heads on the topic of red flags to look out for when choosing a school.
Other resources you may find helpful include: Our Kids step-by-step guide, experts, parents on choosing a school, pathways to finding... [Read More]
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by Glen Herbert
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By Glen Herbert
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Many parents face the challenge of choosing a school that's right for their child.
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