You probably must have heard about first-day school jitters and would have also had the chance to see what real first-day-of-school fear looks like, thanks to your child! So, imagine when you move to a new city, the fear factor actually increases to twice that amount! While it’s not something you cannot handle, it’s a good idea to prep for this momentous day.
Accepting changes can be challenging for kids, especially when they have to leave behind people and places they’ve known and grown attached to – particularly their school, friends, and teachers. Kids spend an important part of their day in school, and it becomes of utmost importance to select your child’s new school carefully.
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If your little one goes to Intellitots, you are lucky as your toddler or preschooler can move from one location to another within the Intellitots school network – currently there are 118 schools across 20 states in the country. But if you are a parent of school-going children, keep reading to know a few important things you should keep in mind regarding your little one’s new school in the new city:
Budget
Make sure to pick a school where you know can manage to pay fees regularly and easily, and it does not become a burden for you.
School Distance
Pick a school that is not too far from your new home, and takes a maximum of 30 minutes to reach – one way.
Reviews
A good word about the school and the teachers will go a long way in making you feel comfortable about sending your kid there.
School Safety
Find out about the school’s safety policy regarding violence, bullying, harassment, and other forms of abusive behaviour.
School Culture
Take your decision about your child’s school after checking the culture of the school, like the teacher’s attitude towards children. Talk to some parents, join groups and see if the existing students appear courteous, happy, disciplined, etc.
Pay A Visit
When you find a school that looks like a good fit for your kid, visit to see classrooms and meet the faculty and staff. This will help you learn about the school’s environment overall, and you’ll come to know of things that you could have missed if you’d just blindly applied for admission.
Extracurricular Activities
Make sure the school offer kids an opportunity to participate in extracurricular activities like yoga, martial arts, music, dancing, cooking, and more.
Prepare Your Child
The most important thing that gets ignored in this process is preparing your child emotionally to go to a new school. Talk to your child, let them share their feelings about the new school with you, and encourage them to make friends in this new school and city.
Trust Your Gut
The school you pick will make a difference in your child’s academic future. Take the time to research and weigh all the options before choosing the school that feels the best for both you and your child.
Choose a school that fits your child’s personality as well as one that suits you. Don’t opt for a fancy school just because they have a name and are popular. Quality education is what should always take precedence, and that should always remain the first focus. Happy hunting!
