5 Things Not To Do While Selecting The Best School For Your Child

Choosing the right school for your child is a lengthy process and must be done with much research and consideration. Often, in a hurry or peer pressure of finding a good school, parents tend to make mistakes or miss out few important factors. To help you not to make any such mistakes, here are some insights and suggestions to keep handy.

1. Not checking the details of school bus transportation

This is often something parents miss to check if the shortlisted school provides school bus services. Many schools have their own bus services while many others have reliable third party tie-ups. Once you select a school, confirm from the authorities if they provide any bus service. Also, do make sure to ask questions related to the route of the bus, timing of pick up and drop off, if they have a GPS system for parents to track the vehicle, and the contact person during the ride in case you need to ask or convey any message.

2. Missing out on deadlines

Most schools have a dedicated page for admission related information. For example, if you visit Birla High School admission page, you will find every detail starting from admission procedure, admission schedule, fee structure, and other relevant notices. Keep checking this page to maintain a track of dates and processes to avoid missing out on important information.

3. Considering only scholastic activities

Do not pick a school that does not provide any co-curricular activities as a part of its academics. A school that highlights only its academic results as achievements can be given a passe during your selection process. You must choose a school that considers holistic education for the all-round development of your kids.

4. Not giving the location any importance

Is the school far from your place? Is there a connectivity problem due to its location? A school that is situated at the heart of the city makes it the most convenient for students coming from any part of the city. It will also be easy to reach school on time.

Times have changed and these days classrooms have gone online with extensive use of technology. Does your chosen school have adequate facilities to take up online classes? Is the faculty trained for online classes? What kind of tools and features are used during remote schooling? It is advisable to note down these queries and more and ask the authorities during the interaction.

The school admission process needs effort and time. Do not rush into it. Do make a list of all the important things like school bus services, online classroom details and anything else that need to be asked from the authorities. Do your own research and check the school website to keep a track of school admission procedures and academics before you give the final nod to a school of your choice.

There are several schools in Kolkata and other metropolitan cities you can select your prefered one. Keep in mind not to do the above points while you are looking for the best school for your kids.

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