If the area you live in doesn't have high-quality public schools or if you simply prefer that your children be educated using a faith-based curriculum, then it's important you do some research to choose the best school options in your local area. Armed with a list of local options, use these tips to help you make your final selection.

Tip: Don't Immediately Dismiss Schools of a Different Denomination

While there is a large difference between a school curriculum based on the Muslim faith and one based on the Jewish faith, many other religions are based around Christianity and their curriculums are often very similar to each other. For this reason, you should not immediately discount schools of a different denomination.

For example, your family may be Protestant and there is an excellent Catholic school in your town. By discounting the Catholic school, you may inadvertently exclude excellent schools that would have provided the best overall education for your children.

Tip: Think About Age-Appropriate Religious Education 

If your first child is just now entering kindergarten, then their school needs are obviously a lot different than a child entering junior or senior high school. It's important to consider the costs of private, faith-based education and ensure you will be able to cover the costs for the years you feel are the most important. For example, you may prefer your children are in a faith-based school from day one, or, you might want them to attend a faith-based high school and so may need to send them to public school for the first few years so you can afford a faith-based education later on.

Tip: Ask If the School Offers Sibling Discounts

When you are interviewing possible schools, make sure you mention you have multiple children and ask if they offer sibling discounts. Many faith-based schools do offer these discounts to help offset the tuition costs for families with multiple children to educate. 

Tip: Ask the School About Their Student Safety Policies

While it is sad to have to mention it, schools cannot be too vigilant against violence and crime in this day and age. Since it is an unfortunate fact of the world today, it's important you ask potential schools about their student safety policies. Do they hold practice drills and have plans for various emergency situations? Schools you speak with should have clear answers to this question or you should send your children elsewhere.

For more information, look into faith-based junior high schools in your area.

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