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Below find highlights from the discussion. You can also watch our video (and read our curated transcript) of school heads on the topic of red flags to look out for when choosing a school.
Other resources you may find helpful include: Our Kids step-by-step guide, experts, parents on choosing a school, pathways to finding [Full Article]
We interviewed several parents who have chosen private schools for their children. Watch this video to get their insights on the school-choice process. [Full Article]
In this video, we interviewed education experts on the question of how to know when a school or learning environment isn't working for your child. They also discuss what you might do in this situation. [Full Article]
Think you can't afford private school? You may want to look again. Canadian independent schools are becoming increasingly accessible as more of them beef up their financial aid and scholarship programs in an effort to attract the best and brightest, regardless of financial background. [Full Article]
Private school tuition costs range widely depending on two essential factors: where the school is located and what type of private school it is: and it may surprise you, in some cases. [Full Article]
You want to give your child the best but you also have income constraints to think of. So how do you choose between private schools versus public schools? Put another way, how do you decide private education is really worth it? [Full Article]
