Seattle Christian School is excited to welcome you to a prospective family open house on February 13th, 2020 at 7pm. Open houses are a great way to take the time to make sure a school is right for your family. While you don’t have to prep too much, it is helpful to think through those things that are important to you when choosing a school so you don’t forget something in the moment. Private education is a big financial commitment and you want to be prepared to make the right choice for your family.
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What to Prepare Ahead of Time
- Do your Research. It’s okay to check things out online. Look at reviews. Talk to other parents and see if the school you are checking out has made the news.
- Write down all your questions.
Sample Questions to Ask
- What is the school’s mission?
- Is this school implementing the Common Core State Standards? What is the curriculum?
- What are class sizes?
- What is your approach to discipline?
- How do you keep kids safe?
- What is your philosophy on homework volume?
- What extracurricular classes are available?
- Is bus service available?
- Is there PE or recess for students?
- What are some of the greatest accomplishments of this school?
- Does the school match my beliefs/goals for my child?
- Are teachers willing to work with parents?
- Do you have individualized services for students with special needs?
- How do you typically work with parents and students whose children may be struggling socially, behaviorally, or academically?
- What support do you offer kids applying to college?
- Is financial aid available?
When you are visiting the school keep in the mind the following:
- What do classrooms look like? How do they make you feel?
- What are the teachers like? Do they appear enthusiastic and/or knowledgeable? Are they interacting with students?
- Is it clean and well maintained?
- Does everything look safe?
- Do the grounds look inviting?
- Does the principal seem confident and interested in what is going on around them?
- Are staff members and parents interacting in a positive way?
Making the choice to enroll your child into private school is an important one. Seattle Christian School looks forward to meeting you and helping you navigate this decision for your family.
