raring2go.co.uk 27 Raring2go! EDUCATION “Sometimes instinctively you just know (it is similar to buying a house) if you felt inspired after your first visit and you can imagine your child being there then it is probably the right choice”. Things to look for Are you happy with the class size? Do ALL the children seem engaged? Is their work displayed and is it age appropriate? Is the Head approachable to students, parents and teachers? How well is the school maintained? Are the grounds and equipment clean and safe? How do students behave in lessons and around the school? ou need to know The education – what y or specialist subject(s)? Is the school known f n does the school have for exams? What preparatio verage exam results? What are the a dents go after their exams? Ask Where do stu s, universities or work placements. about college ool have a system in place for Does the sch r not wishing to go on to higher students fo n? educatio e career advisors or school Are ther s? therapist ool accredited? Is the sch alities The practic commute to and from school? Is it a fairly safe and easy journey? Is it easy to oes it take to travel back from school? This will have an impact on your How long d mework, after school activity and general well being. child’s ho s a school bus are there If there i d late services for children early an e part in after school who tak s? activitie hild know any other Do you or your c hool, this could be children attending the sc f different reasons. Does invaluable for a number o our child’s chosen subjects. the school specialise in y The decision Your child’s opinion matters. Involve them in the process. Check out you local County Council website for a helpful Moving Up To Secondary School Guide and click on ‘Open Events’ to download a guide to all the open days and evenings for local schools.
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