We handed in enrolment firms just before the holidays. Dd is super excited. The principlal came out and introduced herself to dd then took her (us) on a your, including prep room, computer room, library etc. it was a really good experience for dd. Sh e needed to see how big a school really was as she kept thinking kinder es huge. Having the principal come out and talk to dd directly (we had met her at info night) was great. We had already picked up a really positive vibe from the school, and this just confirmed it.

This school isn't our nerest public school. We have one quite literally a stoned throw away. But we aren't sure we will be living here long term, and the feedback about the local school was enough to put me off. They are apparently really good with kids that are struggling academically, kinda ok with kids that are struggling socially, not at all great with the kids tht are average or excelling. The school we have chosen has a few extras that really appealed to us (Stephanie Alexander kitchen garden program) etc), a wonderful approach to integrating children that are shy/struggling with friendships etc. I was just really impressed. And dh was happy. He is very laid back about things but was adamant dd wouldn't to go to the local school and his reaction to this one is very positive and vocal so I'm encouraged

Downside to dd seeing "her school" is that she is finding kinder a bit "less than challenging" and wants to go to school. Now. RIGHT now!!