An open house<\/strong> is usually on a weekend or evening, not during a school day.\u00a0You can see classrooms, facilities, take a self-guided tour of the campus and chat with staff and administration.\u00a0Open Houses are typically family friendly and you are encouraged to bring your child and other family members. <\/span>There are usually just a few open house dates each year. You may not have to RSVP or sign up for an open house in advance, but many schools have a simple way to <\/span>sign up on their website or on ActivityHero.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n As for what to look for or ask during the tour or open house, GreatSchools has a very helpful and comprehensive\u00a0list of questions to ask during a school visit<\/a>. If you are just beginning your school search, take a look at their\u00a0top 10 questions<\/a>\u00a0to guide your thought process.<\/p>\n Other parents may also give you advice on what to look for. The Resourceful Parent suggests you consider whether the school’s motto fits with your family priorities and values in the article “Choosing a School: The Not So Obvious Questions You Need To Ask.”<\/a><\/p>\n To compare schools and get a better understanding of what’s a better fit for your family, visit more than one school. While private and independent schools offer more tours and open houses, some public schools may offer a tour for incoming families or allow you to attend their Open House in the spring.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/ahblog.activityhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/stratford-boys-e1508131428891.jpg\" "\\"\\"")
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