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[quote=Anonymous]Look at all of the lists of schools on Myschools. There are 120 schools serving pre-k 3   Narrow down the list by eliminating schools based on (in no particular order)

1. Location - what is the farthest you are willing to commute? 1 mile?  3?

2. How low are you willing to go on test scores?  Test scores are not everything - but at a certain low level - they can create a cut off.

3. Educational method.  Is there a method that you do not think would suit your child or family?  For instance - are you against drill and kill testing?

Now you probably have a list of 30 or fewer schools.  From there - look in more details at the profiles of the schools.  School equity reports.  Look at the school webpages.   Create a list of questions or things you are curious about.  Create a list of things you like and dislike about various schools.

Begin visiting schools.  Talk with teachers , talk with principals, talk with parents.  Get a feel for the school.  Ask your friends, co-workers, etc.

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