Distance & Transportation

Check to see if the school provides a free bus service.

Before & After School Care

Check and see if they supply healthy snacks and have an activities program

Special Education Needs

If required meet with the educator in charge and discuss your child’s needs

School Size

Do you think your child would be happier in a small, Medium or Large school?

Facilities & Amenities

Check the tuck shop, student toilets and Library.

Technology Facilities

Check what facilities they have, for example computers and computer projectors. Advanced technology systems

Teachers Attitude and Skills

Ensure that the teacher has similar visions as to where your child is heading on an educational level and emotional level. Ask other parents about the teacher your child will have. You can do this on the individual school forum.

Co-ed, Single Sex or Co-ed with single sex classes

Do you think your child would be better in Co-ed or single sex?

Private, Public or Alternative

Check all local options as some state schools are known to be better than some private schools.

Specialists- e.g.: Arts, Technology, Sports or Academic

Look for a school that specializes in what your child is good at.

Parental Involvement and Acceptance

Ask about the involvement required by parents.

Languages

Check which languages are taught and what standard

Parent – School – Teacher Communication

Check communication levels. This is very important. Ensure that you feel comfortable with discussing your Childs education with not only the teacher but also the principal if required.

Principals Attitude & Skills

Ensure that the Principal is approachable regarding all issues.

Discipline & Safety System

Check the schools discipline and safety process to ensure you are comfortable with it.

School Philosophy

Check and make sure you are comfortable with the school philosophy.

Anti Bullying system and prevention method

Check the system in place and ensure that you are happy with it.

Sports and Exercise programs

Check that the sports and exercise programs are sufficient for the physical well being of you child.

Classroom and School Aesthetics

Look around, see and feel if it is a happy school and classroom.

Student Conduct

Watch the kids at lunch to see how they interact, and how teachers deal with playground issues.

Dispute Resolution Process

This is very important. You need to check what the process is in case of a dispute. If any problems arise then you will know the best way to resolve the issues.

Ecological Systems

Does the school have a edible school garden program, solar energy, etc.