3 reasons why parents should attend school open days
Starting school is a big step for your child, and choosing the right school for them is a big responsibility for parents. There are many boxes that must be ticked and plenty to consider and review when looking at schools for your child- the credibility of the school, its OFSTED rating, the kind of crowd that attends and most importantly, whether it is a good fit for your child.
OFSTED reports are a great place to start. They share the results of independent, objective school inspections and are free to access. But as well as cross comparing statistics, it’s also vital that you go and have a look around the prospective schools. Open days invite parents and prospective students to explore the school premises, facilities and speak with their teaching staff. They are an excellent way to gauge how your child feels about a school and have your individual questions answered. Learn more about school open days and why you should attend them through insights from this secondary school in Worthing.
1. Helps get a feel of the atmosphere
At an open day you can have a walk around and get a feel of the culture of the school. Your child can also envision what their time would be like there and narrow down their choices.
2. Familiarity with their new school environment
Change can be tricky for children. Open days give children the chance to prepare themselves and familiarise themselves with their new school environment, and make settling in a little bit easier. They will have the opportunity to speak to teaching staff and establish a connection before they start.
3. Learn about the local area
Open days also present a great opportunity for parents to see the surrounding area and what your child’s daily commute would be like.
How to attend a school open day
Schools host a number of events throughout the year, including private appointments and tours. Details of when you can visit and how they can be arranged can usually be found on the school’s website. To secure a place at a top school, you will want to start your search as early as possible. It will allow you to review all your choices and spend enough time on their application.
Also read this post on ‘20 Things Every School Mum Should Know‘
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