{"id":492037,"date":"2022-09-08T17:10:30","date_gmt":"2022-09-08T14:10:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/guide-to-selecting-the-right-private-school\/"},"modified":"2022-09-08T17:10:30","modified_gmt":"2022-09-08T14:10:30","slug":"guide-to-selecting-the-right-private-school","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/guide-to-selecting-the-right-private-school\/","title":{"rendered":"#Guide to selecting the right private school"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a2dd84ddf02c\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a2dd84ddf02c\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/guide-to-selecting-the-right-private-school\/#%E2%80%9CGuide_to_selecting_the_right_private_school%E2%80%9D\" >&#8220;Guide to selecting the right private school&#8221;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/guide-to-selecting-the-right-private-school\/#Establish_your_priorities\" >Establish your priorities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/guide-to-selecting-the-right-private-school\/#Examine_your_budget\" >Examine your budget<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/guide-to-selecting-the-right-private-school\/#Evaluate_your_options\" >Evaluate your options<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/guide-to-selecting-the-right-private-school\/#Explore_the_campus\" >Explore the campus<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/guide-to-selecting-the-right-private-school\/#Engage_with_staff_and_alumni\" >Engage with staff and alumni<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%9CGuide_to_selecting_the_right_private_school%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>&#8220;Guide to selecting the right private school&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<div>\n                            Following some simple steps can help you make the best choice for your family\n                        <\/div>\n<div>\n                                                                        Deciding to send your child to a private school is the first step on an exciting educational journey. Still, the next step is often a lot more challenging: selecting which private school they\u2019ll attend.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cChoosing a school is a big, and sometimes emotional, decision for a family,\u201d says Hilary Adamson, executive director of enrolment at The Bishop Strachan School in Toronto. \u201cAll parents want to find a school where their child can be challenged, supported and known.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>With so many private schools available to Canadian parents, trying to narrow down the options\u2013or knowing where to start\u2013can feel overwhelming. So, how do you make the right choice?<\/p>\n<p>First, take a deep breath. Then, remember to keep your child top of mind throughout and carefully consider their unique strengths and weaknesses\u2013academically, <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/social-mediaa\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"1\" title=\"Social Media\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">social<\/a>ly and psychologically\u2013to ensure the school you choose will be a great fit. \u201cThis should include evaluating not only a child\u2019s educational needs, but their interests and talents, personality, learning style and academic ability,\u201d says Adamson.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some suggestions to help streamline and simplify the selection process.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Establish_your_priorities\"><\/span>Establish your priorities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When it comes to where your child goes to school, it\u2019s important to figure out what\u2019s most important to you. Maybe it\u2019s class size or extracurricular opportunities. Perhaps intensive university prep is critical. Does location matter? What about the tuition cost? Do you care whether the school is co-educational or single gender? \u201cParents should ask themselves some key questions to help create a short list,\u201d says Adamson.<\/p>\n<p>Determining your child\u2019s priorities is also helpful, especially if you\u2019re considering a boarding school. \u201cBoarding school offers an educational adventure away from home, but it also comes with a lot of structure and rules,\u201d says Marisa DiCarlo D\u2019Alessandro, principal and founder of Canadian College Italy, an international boarding school in Lanciano, Italy. \u201cThis includes wearing a uniform. For some students, it might be too difficult to give up their personal style for class.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Examine_your_budget\"><\/span>Examine your budget<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While money isn\u2019t everything, there\u2019s no denying it\u2019s a critical consideration when looking at private schools, where tuition\u2013 along with uniforms, supplies, extracurricular activities and more\u2013can require a significant financial investment. \u201cParents should consider their budget when selecting the most suitable school for their child,\u201d says Lee Venditti, the principal of J. Addison School in Markham, Ont. \u201cThey may desire a specific school, but also need to be comfortable with their finances.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Consulting with a financial planner before you begin your school search is extremely helpful in determining what you can actually afford, which in turn can help you target schools that fit your budget. And remember: you\u2019ll need to factor in the full extent of your child\u2019s private-school education, which could involve paying tuition for many years to come.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evaluate_your_options\"><\/span>Evaluate your options<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Once you have a set of criteria in place, and have determined how much you\u2019re willing and able to spend, you\u2019ll need to start doing your homework. Make a list of the schools that meet the bulk of your criteria, then research them in depth\u2013and do so as early as possible because you\u2019ll need to factor in time to complete the admission-<a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">app<\/a>lication process once you\u2019ve decided where to apply.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s always best to start your research early,\u201d says Adamson, \u201cbut rest assured that the admissions teams are there to help you navigate the process.\u201d Visit the schools\u2019 websites and social media feeds to learn about their core values, curriculums, campuses and all the other nitty-gritty particulars, from what tuition includes to how (and how often) teachers communicate with parents. It\u2019s also important to read through the admission requirements to make sure your child meets the school\u2019s criteria for acceptance.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Explore_the_campus\"><\/span>Explore the campus<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve completed your research, narrow down your list of schools to identify your top picks, and then schedule visits to each one. \u201cCampus tours and in-person events are a great way to see the school in action,\u201d says Adamson. Make a point of attending any open houses or prospective-student events and don\u2019t feel you have to make a decision based solely on one visit: it\u2019s also a smart idea to request a private tour on an ordinary school day to better understand how the school operates. \u201cParents [can] gauge the synergy with our school by scheduling a tour and bringing their child to get a good sense of the environment, the staff and the atmosphere,\u201d says Venditti.<\/p>\n<p>While on campus, check out the facilities. Is the campus clean and orderly? Are the classrooms inviting and engaging? What kind of athletic facilities are available and are they well-maintained? Does the campus feel safe? Make notes as you\u2019re going from school to school so you can keep track of what each one offers and take photos to share with your child if they can\u2019t accompany you.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Engage_with_staff_and_alumni\"><\/span>Engage with staff and alumni<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Sometimes, the most insightful information about a school can be gleaned from its faculty and administration, its alumni and from fellow parents, who were in your shoes at one point and can relate to any concerns you may have. \u201cIt\u2019s extremely helpful to hear stories from staff, parents and alumni, and to be able to ask questions in order to get an authentic feel for what the school is like from different perspectives,\u201d Adamson says. Connecting with staff or parents is also a valuable opportunity to learn about the school\u2019s culture. Hear first-hand accounts of what the student-teacher dynamic might be and, most importantly, find out whatever it is you want to know so that you\u2019re able to make a fully informed decision.<\/p>\n<p>In the end, know that it\u2019s highly unlikely any school will meet 100 per cent of your criteria\u2013but that doesn\u2019t mean it won\u2019t still be the perfect fit for your family. Your best approach is to choose the one that meets the most of what you and your child want and need.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><script async defer crossorigin=\"anonymous\" src=\"https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/sdk.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">If you liked the article, do not forget to share it with your friends. 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