When you’re facing the decision between sending your child to a public school or sending them to a private school, one of the most important factors is usually academics. Where will your child learn the most? And which school will better prepare your child for the future?
Most of the time, the answer is private school. Top private middle schools and private high schools don’t usually have to teach to a test since poor standardized test scores won’t result in a deduction to their budget. This means that they can structure their curriculum around teaching a child critical thinking skills rather than rote memorization.
While public schools have to meet certain test scores and public approval standards to keep their doors open, private schools only have to live up to the expectations of parents and students, since parents who don’t feel like their child’s needs are met can just take their money elsewhere.
Subjects are allowed to be more flexible too: many private schools require students to participate in sports and community service, offer a wide range of extracurricular activities, and have very well-funded arts programs for creative students.
Class sizes are also smaller than they are at public schools, which means that your student will get more individualized attention instead of getting lost in the back of class. Instead of letting your child fall behind, a teacher with a smaller class will likely identify the issue and help the child sort it out.
Every private middle school or high school approaches teaching with a different philosophy, so you don’t have to worry about your child getting a great education only at the hands of angry nuns with rulers. You’ll find a wide variety of schools with a wider variety of satisfied, happy professionals who are willing to help your child get the best start in life.