School interviews ... what to expect?

[Phteven]

DD is really good at talking but when it comes actual academic stuff ie writing her name and reading she's not really good =(

At DS1's interview they asked him to write his name but they didn't care that he couldn't. It's just to see where they are at and also things like if they know how to hold a pencil or what way up a book goes (some children get to school without knowing how to hold a book ).

Things like being able to take a jumper off or put it on and ask to use the loo and hold scissors and so on are far more important than any education they may have already received.

State school is our backup. No need for any interviews just an enrolment form

We had interviews for public school even though we were in area. They still want to get to know you and your child and tell you about their expectations etc. I'm pretty sure that some schools with a strong demand from out of area parents encourage families that they think won't fit in to try schools in adjoining suburbs.
I wouldn't enroll without an interview because I want to know the people who are educating my children.