Choosing the right school for my child

Choosing the right school for your child, is a crucial step for any parent. With many schools offering different environments, curriculums and teaching pedagogies, the experience can feel overwhelming.

It is important for parents to look at specific schools to see what they have to offer. Parents can start by visiting schools, or using school guides or websites, which gives them an overview of the schools that are available and accessible to them. With the diversity in curriculums amongst schools, parents can begin to narrow down schools in accordance to their preferred curriculum. One of the key elements that represent and reflect a positive school ethos is the school’s values. This sets a benchmark for how successfully a schools vision is embedded into their community and how much the values and principles of a school really impact students.

Here are several tips for parents to consider when selecting a school for your child:

1. Parents should begin by considering what environment their child will most likely succeed in. For instance, a child with Special Educational Needs need not necessarily be educated within a Special Education school, but would rather benefit through exposure in a more inclusive setting, where students with varied learning abilities are encouraged to integrate with one another.

2. Consider the learning profile of your child. Some students may require additional support, and not all schools offer that.

3. Making a list of the things you want in a school for your child, also helps to narrow down school options. For instance, some parents may prefer that their children be educated in smaller classes, which increases more personalized attention, helps to enhance a child’s strengths and improve their weaknesses. Students also have the opportunity to get to know their peers better.

Sanamjit Kaur Deputy Head, Dynamics International School Sanam is currently the Deputy Head of Dynamics International School and concurrently is also the Head of Department (HOD) for Educational Therapy. Sanam graduated from James Cook University, Australia (Singapore Campus) with her Bachelor of Psychology. Upon graduation, Sanam practiced as an Educational therapist working within the Paediatric setting. During her experience, she has worked with children with Autism, ADHD, Specific Learning Disabilities and Intellectual disabilities.

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