School Tours
School tours are a good way to get to know a school’s staff, principal, parents, students and facilities, to see if it is a good fit for your family. You can also get to know a school by attending its events.
See our Calendar for upcoming school events and Open Houses.
What you can find out on a school tour
Can you envision your child attending this school?
Things to notice on a tour:
School Environment
- How are you greeted when you enter a school? By whom?
- Is access to the school secure?
- Are the buildings and grounds clean and safe?
- Do you find the grounds aesthetically pleasing?
- Is student work displayed in the classrooms? Hallways?
- Are the play-structures safe and age appropriate?
- Is the size of the school appropriate for your child?
Supervision
- Is there adequate sports equipment and supervision available to children during lunch and recess?
- What is the discipline policy?
- How do students behave in the hallways and outside?
School culture
- How diverse is the school population?
- How diverse is the staff at the school?
- Are kids respectful of each other?
- Does the school feel welcoming toward other parents from diverse backgrounds and cultures?
- Does the Principal express him/herself in a way that demonstrates his/her understanding of the cultural differences and history of the community?
Staff
- Does the Principal speak openly and honestly about issues facing the school?
- What is the Principal's style and vision for the school and does it resonate with you?
- Do teachers appear enthusiastic and knowledgeable?
- How are teachers managing their classrooms?
- Do students seem engaged in their classes?
- Are the staff respectful of kids? Are kids respectful of adults at the school?
Programs
- How are art, science, technology and enrichment programs incorporated into the school day?
- Is there a strong theme or message at the school?