Not to sound cliche but is it not that time of the year again? No, not the holiday season. Not the wedding season either. But the admissions season! Oh yes, it is time to enrol your child into a good school. Arguably the best school in Thane!
But how? It is not an easy task. No way! It requires extensive research, lists, comparisons and what not. So how do you make it happen then?
Well, a parent knows best! Just like you do! You know which school in Thane is best for your child. However, if you are a little lost and confused right now, why let this parent’s guide to picking the perfect school for your baby be your north star? It will guide you home. Sorry, to school. To the right school, that is!
Choose your language
Schools in Thane can be of different language mediums, you know. You have got Marathi, Hindi and English for sure. Now you can take your pick from among the three, for sure. But if you want your child to study in any other language, you might have to do a little extra research. Of course, English medium is the most sought-after. But if you want your child to study primarily in their mother-tongue, you can obviously go down that route too.
Check out the school’s approach to education
Not all schools are made the same. Some excel in academics. Some in extracurricular. While some others have nothing to write home about. Of course, you will not pick the third of the three (goes without saying), but you might lean towards one or the other when it comes to the first two. Especially if your child is a bit of a prodigy. Besides, you should not go for schools that burden your child with tons of homework with a tight deadline. That is a red flag. Be mindful of red flags.
Find out about their extra-curricular activities
Like we said, you might lean towards a school that has an excellent facility for co-curriculars. So this is an important aspect to look into. No matter if you are looking for CBSE schools in Thane or ICSE ones. That said, even if your child is not a prodigy, they need a healthy mix of academics and co-curriculars. You know what they say – all work and no play. We are sure that is not what you want for your kids.
Pay heed to the fee
No doubt some of the best schools in Thane are more expensive than the others. However, if that strains your purse strings too much, you still have other very good options to choose from. Options that do not charge exorbitantly. Because you have to consider that tuition fee is not the only thing you would be paying for. There are other expenses too. Think trips, picnics, transportation and more.
Safety of the school
This includes checking out the locale too. A school far outside of the city may not strike as the safest. However, if they have strict security measures (guards, CCTV cameras etc.), then they might even be safer than in-city ones. Naturally, your child’s safety in school should take precedence when picking one. So be thorough with your own inspection.
Learn about the infrastructure
Whether you opt for CBSE schools in Thane or ICSE or any other board, merely glancing at the faculty is not going to be enough. The facilities it offers are just as important. Check everything. The library, the labs, the sports courts, the canteen. If all of it checks your boxes, you know you have made the right choice for your child. However, if there are glaring lacks, it might be wise to consider the next option on your schools list.
Scope out the location
The location of the school is not just important in terms of safety. We mean distance matters. If it is too far from your home, can you and your child really make the commute everyday? No, it would be too hectic. Best stick to a school that is within a reasonable distance from your house. Do not keep a school too far as an option.
Drop by at the school
Before enrolling your kid, that is. Check it out. See what the school is like in person. Does it live up to the hype? Does it fall short of your expectations? Is it even better than you imagined? Knowing the answer to these questions can make or break the deal when it comes to picking that school. That said, be sure you meet the faculty and observe how the kids behave there.
Check the rankings
Might not be the most important factor for every parent but it surely does not hurt to check the school’s rankings. If it is too far down below, at least you will know that that school is not worth your time and energy. And money, if we are to be honest. After all, the school’s reputation matters.
Pick a board
Finally, pick the board you would like your child to study under. You could choose CBSE, ICSE, state board or even an international board school. The point is by choosing a board, you will automatically eliminate a huge chunk of schools that do not make the cut. This will simplify the process of picking one.
At the end of the day, no matter which school you pick for your kid, you and your child have to be satisfied with it. If you think your child is suffering at your chosen school, begin the hunt again. For more such useful blogs and topics, be sure to visit EuroSchool.
