An Introduction

It is so important to pick the right educational setting. Each student is unique and holds special qualities, interests, strengths and weaknesses, likes and dislikes. They learn in different ways, and place different emphasis on what is important to them, and the same goes for the students' family. Finding the right education for yourself or your child can be a stressful and confusing process. This blog aims to coach you along during your search and remind you that choosing a great education doesn't have to be great source of stress . Many factors should be taken into consideration when trying to find the perfect school. No matter what grade entry level you're looking for, it is important to take a holistic approach and ensure you are covering all your bases.

Certain common considerations should be taken when looking for a school that will suit you best. It is helpful to slightly narrow your search focus by deciding whether you'd like to chose a private or public education. If you can't answer this question yet, that is OK! Private education can be quite costly, with tuition prices varying greatly from school to school. Although cost can be a downside, certain private schools seem to truly show you get what you pay for. Technology, art and athletic facilities, extracurricular activities, small class sizes and large breadth of courses offered, are just some advantages you might see from private education. Public schools may be more convenient geographically, more affordable, and can often be diverse, enriching, and stimulating educational experiences. If public school is an option for you then it's important to decide whether your neighborhood school is in the running. It is also necessary to consider your other public school options, such as magnet schools, charter schools, alternative schools, or art schools. Many public and private schools offer a unique specialization, such as creative and performing arts, advanced placement, a gifted program, IT, International Baccalaureate, exceptional athletics or french immersion. If the student in question has a passion or gift in a certain area, it is a great idea to seek a public or private school that can nurture that interest.

Now that your mind has warmed up to the idea of public vs. private school options, you have either ruled one out, or you are still on the fence. Whatever the case, it is important to further your understanding of what options are available, and that is the point of this site!

I will be posting information on different public and private schools. I'll post whatever information I can obtain, which might include the school profile, strong and weak points, testimonials from students and families, cool features, and the whole 9 yards! I will aim to give you as much information as I can to help you make the best informed decision.

I hope you find this site a helpful, straightforward and comprehensive resource. Please feel free to leave comments and questions, and I'll be happy to address them in future posts. I'd like to make this site as informative as possible.

Best of luck with your school search, happy hunting!!