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Selecting The Right School The Questions To Ask

ELSEN BRIDGING SCHOOL

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Source domain: elsen.co.za

Collected on 6 August 2026

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What this means

This document is a guide for parents on how to select the right school for their child, emphasizing the importance of considering the child's individual needs, family situation, and thorough research into schools. It outlines four steps: understanding the child’s learning style and personality, evaluating family logistics, gathering information about schools, and visiting schools in person or virtually. The guide also addresses alternatives like homeschooling and online schooling, with questions to consider for each option.

What this document offers

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educational consultationOngoing

Consultation with an education consultant

Parents can consult with Philippa Fabbri, an education consultant from Elsen Academy, for personalized advice on school selection and alternative education paths.

Who it is for
parents of school-aged children
How to act on it
Contact Philippa Fabbri via phone or email to schedule a consultation.
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Philippa Fabbri; 083 3608 468; philippa@elsen.co.za
in-person school visitOngoing

School visit during regular hours

Parents can arrange to visit schools during regular school hours to observe classes and assess the school's atmosphere and operations.

Who it is for
parents of school-aged children
How to act on it
Contact the schools you are interested in and make an appointment for a visit.
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Contact the schools you are interested in and make an appointment for a visit.
virtual school tourOngoing

Virtual tour of schools

Parents can request a virtual tour of schools they are interested in to get a sense of the campus and environment without visiting in person.

Who it is for
parents of school-aged children
How to act on it
Contact the schools of interest and request a virtual tour or book an opportunity to speak to the academic head.
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Contact the schools you are interested in and make an appointment for a visit or at the very least, ask for a virtual tour or book an opportunity to speak to the academic head.

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Places

Eastern Cape

Key Takeaways

  • child's individual needs
  • family budget
  • travelling distance
  • co-ed vs single sex
  • religious affiliation
  • public or independent school
  • curriculum approach
  • arts and entrepreneurship
  • behavior and safety policy
  • facilities and services
  • virtual tour
  • PTA involvement
  • homeschooling curriculum
  • online school timetable
  • live teaching vs pre-recorded
  • parental role in online learning
  • Philippa Fabbri
  • 083 3608 468
  • philippa@elsen.co.za
  • Elsen Academy
  • Philippa Fabbri
  • education consultant