Applying To Private School? When Good Grades Aren't Enough

By Aristotle Circle

After all the hard work that your student has put in to getting good grades and high test scores, it can be extremely frustrating to still have other hurdles in a private school admissions process, such as admissions essays and interviews. Aristotle Circle Admissions Expert Joan Brennan offers some Do’s and Don’ts for making a good impression on school admission staff.

Her tips include:

DON’T speak for your child Just as your children will be the ones in the classroom, they should also be the ones to answer questions about their interests and their schooling. Be sure to pay attention to which questions are directed just to your child and encourage them to answer for themselves. Admissions Directors understand developmentally appropriate social skills and do not expect children to act like adults, but rather their age. They enjoy a free exchange with kids.

For more of Ms. Brennan’s tips see the full post: http://www.aristotlecircle.com/blog/turn-admissions-director-your-advocate

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Comments

[Sergio Freddson]

You're right: it's important for your child to speak up if they're interested in private school. It's not easy to get them to speak up (especially at a young age), but that doesn't mean that you should take over. Giving them the chance to represent themselves is vital. Thanks for sharing your tips with us! http://www.cns.catholic.edu.au/index.php/about/catholic-education-in-the-cairns-diocese/