Choosing the Right School

With all of the educational options on the horizon, it's hard to know how to make the best choice for your child. Please browse through our pages to learn more about what you should consider when thinking about schools, how to put together an educational wish list, finding schools that match your list, and evaluating your choices.

The NAIS Parents' Guide can help you find the fit that will provide an education that will last a lifetime!

• A Vital First Step
• Search Timeline
• Doing Your Homework
• What To Consider
• Six Special Considerations
• Evaluating Preschools/Elem. Schools
• Seeing the School
• Consultant Option
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Links of Interest

Parents' Guide
Looking for a school for your child? You have come to the right place! The NAIS Parents' Guide to independent schools will provide you with all of the information you need to make the right educational decision for your child. By browsing through our pages, you'll learn about the significant advantages of an independent school education, choosing a school that best fits your child's needs, the ins and out of applying to schools, and the many resources available to help you finance your child's education.