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Choosing the Right School
A guide to help you select a Catholic school where your child will thrive.
The Catholic School Office of the Diocese of Manchester receives many inquiries from concerned parents wondering how to be sure they are making the right choice when it comes to their children’s education.
Here are some suggestions that will help guide you through the process of choosing the right school for your child and family.
Every child is a unique gift from God. Similarly, while all Catholic schools share a common mission as part of the Church’s educational ministry, every Catholic school is a unique community. As a parent or guardian, one of your most important responsibilities is to choose a school that “fits” your child’s personality and learning needs, as well as your family’s practical needs and educational priorities. Read more on why to choose a Catholic school.
Choosing the right school can be a big project, so let’s simplify it by starting with the basics. That means deciding what your family’s values and priorities are when it comes to education.
There are two main areas to consider: PHILOSOPHICAL issues and PRACTICAL issues. The philosophical issues are value-oriented, such as opportunities to grow in faith, strong academic programs, and the overall school climate. The practical issues may include location, cost, and school size.
- Religious Development
- Values
- Special Needs
- Match
- Location
- Size
- Cost
How to get the information you need…
Now that you have a few “target” schools that meet your family’s priorities, how do you choose the one you want? In order to make the right choice, you will need to know with whom you should be talking and what questions you should be asking.
Read more on connecting with the right people and the questions to ask.