what qualities should i look for when deciding a school for my son to go to for kindergarden?
2007-01-16 16:12:04 · 7 answers · asked by mommyof2 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Grade-Schooler
Call the school and ask to meet the Principal and sit in on one of the Kindergarten classes. You'll want to bring along any questions you have to ask both the Principal and the KG teacher.
- class size
- if the teacher will have a full time aide
- full day or half day options
- do the kids have special classes such as music, art and gym? how often do they meet?
- classroom discipline policies
- what skills are they expected to have on entry into KG?
- what are your state standards for Kindergarten? (they may give you a print out or point you to a link on your state's DOE website)
- do KG students have homework? if so, how much?
- what happens if a child is behind his peers in an area? is there remediation available?
- what happens if a child is ahead of his peers in some skills? are there any gifted/talented services offered? a weekly pull-out class or a totally dedicated classroom?
- school security procedures
- how much parents are encouraged to participate in school activities, help in the classroom, etc?
2007-01-16 23:54:34 · answer #1 · answered by momma2mingbu 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I guess it depends on what exactly you are looking for as far as qualities. I know that some schools do not have accredited kindergarten teachers, so you may want to look into that first. There is also concern as to how many students there are in the class per teacher, this may keep your child's one on one contact with the teacher hard. My son is in Kgd. and there are 2 teachers and 1 aide for 30 children. I went to 3 different schools and felt the most comfortable in this school. I also talked to other parents who had only good things to say. Academically it is a very good elementary school in this area, so I also know that if he stays for grades 1-5/6 I won't be worried about education as an issue. Hope I helped!
2007-01-16 17:08:03 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have 2 children at school and 2 still to start! I made sure the classes weren't too big - more of a friendly, family atmosphere.
I wanted a school with good facilities and checked listings in a magazine called Sydney's child for ratings for the school regarding their education standard. I also wanted a school that had plenty of options for them - ie. various music, lots of different sports, extra activities.
I wanted a school that was safe and had a good reputation for minimising bullying and ensuring the happiness of my child.
I also looked for a school that didn't only merit a child if they did well only in their studies, but if they tried their best.
I took my children with me when looking at the school and made sure they liked it too and would be comfortable and took them to an information / tour day to meet the teachers and other children that would be starting kindy too.
We ended up choosing a private school and we pay fees and drive 1/2 an hour to get there, but we are really happy with it and so glad we made the decision to send the kids there. They love it and will be with their friends all the way through Kindy, infants, primary, middle school and high school. The local school (across the road!!) has barbed wire fences around it, security guards, sloppy looking uniform, and a poor reputation.
2007-01-16 16:22:55 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look for a school that is in a good area , and if you can get opinions of people that have kids there. It is tough finding a new school for kindergarden, but you can visit most schools and meet with teachers to see how the school fits for your little one. Kindergarden teachers are hired for their ability to be good with that age group. Good luck
2007-01-16 16:18:32 · answer #4 · answered by Scott 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Good teacher student ratio. 1:21 (for after kinder, in kinder you would want 2:25). Large enough school for your son to find a friendship group that suits him. Good anti-bullying program. Is there help if your son is falling behind/advancing quickly. If you want to be involved in the school, that they welcome this.
2007-01-16 18:39:25 · answer #5 · answered by Rachel 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to the school sit in on classes. see the principle talk to others parents there.
2007-01-17 03:19:39 · answer #6 · answered by swimmyfishy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Class size, school environment, field trips, amount of fundraisers they have each year.
2007-01-16 16:18:30 · answer #7 · answered by M N 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋