The decision of where to send your child to school is a big one as it’s not only where they
will spend a huge portion of their day but also develop into a young person. There are
various things to look out for but to list a few, there are the facilities that they offer, past
performance, ethos, and convenience. To secure places at the best schools, parents often
start the process a year in advance while others begin their search before their child is even
born. While this may seem overwhelming, it really is not. The ball is in your court and it’s
about what feels right for you and your child. To help you, we have some handy tips from St
Anthony’s Prep. 

A Child Centred Approach
At the end of the day, it is your child that will be attending the school that you apply for which
is why it’s important to make them a key part of your decision-making process. You can take
them along with you to open days so that they are able to get a feel for the schools you’re
considering and help you come to a decision.

Accessibility 
Finding a school that ticks all of your boxes is great, but is it accessible? It’s easy to get
ahead of yourself and make the call, but months down the line are you going to struggle to
make the morning run? While it may seem like a trivial detail, it can affect their attendance,
punctuality and performance going forwards.

Special Needs
Children with special educational needs are just as capable and schools are trained at
helping those with the differing conditions thrive. Some are better than others, however,
which is why it’s important to take a look at their OFSTED reports where the findings of
objective inspections can be found. Their website is another great place where you can learn
about the support that they offer.