The tour is the best moment to decide, but it's easy to leave with an impression and no information. This list helps you compare schools by the same measure.
Accreditation and model
- What is your RVOE or accreditation number?
- What is your educational model, and what does it look like in class?
- Which enrichment classes are included?
Groups and teachers
- How many students are in each group?
- What training do the teachers at this level have?
- How do you support a child who goes slower or faster?
Languages and technology
- How many hours of English are there a day?
- Is there robotics or computing during class time?
Safety and getting along
- What are drop-off and pick-up like? Who hands over the children?
- What do you do about a conflict between students?
- What happens if my child gets sick at school?
Communication
- How and how often do you report on progress?
- How do I request a meeting with the teacher?
Costs
- What are all the fees for the year, in writing?
- Which activities are paid separately?
And one you don't ask
Watch how they receive you, how they speak to children in the hallway and whether classrooms have student work on display. That answers questions you didn't ask.
