What to consider when viewing a secondary school
- How many schools will you look at?
- Should you attend an open evening or in-session visit? Open evening or in-session visit?
- Are the students well-presented and polite?
- Are the facilities well maintained?
- What are the exam results like?
- What progress do students make?
- How will the school cater for your child’s needs?
- Will the size of the school suit your child?
- What is the learning environment like?
- What extra-curricular activities are offered?
- How is behaviour managed?
- Do senior staff know the students’ names?
- What does your child think of the school?
- What school trips are programmed and at what stages?
- Does the school have a student council?