Discerning the RIGHT School
Below are some great questions to ask yourself while seeking out a school for your child. These questions could apply to any school, so whether LGS is a good fit, or not, feel free to use this page as a resource.
Questions to ask when considering LGS
• Walk me through a typical day at Linden Grove School.
• How does the school determine if a student is a good fit?
• What does parent participation look like at Linden Grove School?
• How does Linden Grove School handle parent concerns?
• Tell me about the communication between parents and teachers. How often? What methods of communication are used most?
• What does homework look like at Linden School?
• What after-school social opportunities are available?
• Does LGS have before-school or after-care services available?
• What types of school-wide activities does LGS have? (Ex: field trips, assemblies, etc.)
• Is transportation offered at LGS?
• How does LGS specifically address a student's social skill needs? How is it individualized?
• How does LGS meet students' sensory needs?
• How does LGS address life skills? Is a student able to meet both their academic and life skills needs? If so, how?
• Does LGS have Speech and Occupational Therapy Services? What does that look like at your school?
• Are there licensed therapists and guidance counselors available to students? How do students qualify for these services?
• What standardized tests will my child take each year? How much class time is used to prepare and administer standardized tests?
• Is there a parent whom I can contact to get their perspective on the school?