Schools
Whether it is a local day school, a junior boarding school or boarding high school, parents consider independent school alternatives to their child's current school situation for a variety of reasons; the need for individualized attention; the desire for more structure and discipline to learn better work habits and study skills; or dissatisfaction with the quality of available educational options. Independent schools provide exciting learning environments, often away from immediate distractions, where students can thrive and learn to do more than they ever dreamed. The right shcool can provide countless academic and extra-curricular opportunities to maximize a child's potential and develop new interests, skills and life-long friendships.
Independent schools differ in setting, size, boarding or day, pholosophy and structure. Teaching and discipline styles, religious affiliation, and the role of arts and athletics are additional elements that define each school. What other factors should be considered when choosing an independent school? How does your family know if your child will fell comfortable? Will the school adequately meet your child's unique needs? Who will be your child's friends and role models?
Our consultants are trained professionals who possess extensive knowledge of educational options. This expertise, combined with a caring approach to understanding your child, helps families identify a school which is both academically and socially appropriate.
To find the right "fit" for your child, the consultant learns as much as possible about your student and family. Consultants help you clarify your child's educational needs, identify strengths and weaknesses, and consider interests and dislikes. Placing your child in an independent school can be an important decision, one which most often leads to an enriching experience. A consultant can help facilitate the process of selecting the school in which your child can be happy and successful, and guide your family through the oftentimes overwhelming admissions process.
Every school's image is beautifully displayed in brochures, videos, or CD-ROMS, but how do you uncover the school's true profile? Because a consultant knows your child well and has a thorough knowledge of which schools meet your family's needs, he or she can formulate a customized list of appropriate options. A consultant can then point out specifics about each school such as admission criteria, student-teacher ratio, community expectations, dorm arragements, academic and extra-curricular activities and various other characteristics of the student body and school community which aid you in your decision.