Which education model is right for your child?

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Quiz Questions

1.
How old is your child?
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- A.
  0-4 years old
- B.
  5-10 years old
- C.
  11-15 years old
- D.
  15+ years old
2.
What types of books does your child like to read?
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  A book with lots of pictures.
- B.
  A chapter book with mostly words.
- C.
  A puzzle book with word searches, sudoku, or crosswords.
- D.
  I struggle to encourage my child to pick up a book.
3.
What is the most effective way to teach your child a new skill?
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  Physically show them how to do something.
- B.
  Introduce the concept and allow them to explore it on their own.
- C.
  Provide them with reading materials so that they can read more about it.
- D.
  My child is resistant to learning new skills.
4.
What subject matter is your child's favorite?
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- A.
  Social Studies and History — Let's change the world by learning about it!
- B.
  Math and Science — A fan of sticking to the facts!
- C.
  English/Literature — Writing and reading teach us about ourselves!
- D.
  My child just wants to play!
5.
Which classroom appeals most to your child?
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- A.
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  My child loves to construct and build. They keep trying until they get it right.
- B.
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  My child doesn't like the idea of classrooms and prefers to learn at home.
- C.
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  A classroom where my child can engage with interesting objects and their classmates is what they love.
- D.
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  My child loves the idea of having their own desk, notebooks, and pencils.
6.
How would you describe your family's politics?
- A.
  We identify as Christian Conservatives.
- B.
  We lean towards conservative values.
- C.
  I would describe our family as moderate.
- D.
  If we have to identify, we would be liberal.
7.
When your child is in a new place, how do they find their way around?
- A.
  My child loves to know where they are going and will seek out a map or directory.
- B.
  My child will stick to me like glue and rely on me to guide them.
- C.
  My child will look around at what other children are doing and follow along with them.
- D.
  My child hits the ground running and will figure it out as they go.
8.
Where is your child's favorite place to hang out?
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- A.
  My child loves being at home in their comfort zone.
- B.
  My child loves to be in nature- a forest, a field, the beach, anywhere outdoors.
- C.
  My child loves the hustle and bustle of the city.
- D.
  My child prefers to hang out in a social setting, like at a roller rink or playground with their friends.
9.
When your child is trying to remember something, what do they do?
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  Repeat it over and over.
- B.
  Ask you to remind them.
- C.
  Write it down or save the info in a device.
- D.
  Hope they remember it, but no specific strategy.
10.
Which word best describes your child.
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- A.
  Social activist
- B.
  Intellect
- C.
  Free spirit
- D.
  Disciplined
11.
How does your child handle change?
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  My child is terrified of change.
- B.
  My child can be uneasy with change.
- C.
  My child is indifferent with change.
- D.
  My child loves new things and gets bored without change.
12.
Which statement best describes your family.
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- A.
  We worship together as a family at least once a week.
- B.
  We identify as being religious but do not actively practice.
- C.
  We are spiritual, but not religious.
- D.
  Science is our religious
13.
Which statement best describes your child.
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- A.
  My child has a diagnosed physical disability.
- B.
  My child has a diagnosed mental illness.
- C.
  My child does not have any diagnoses.
- D.
  I suspect that my child has challenges but they have not been diagnosed.
14.
Which best describes the area where you live?
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  Urban
- B.
  Suburban
- C.
  Rural
- D.
  Full-time traveler
15.
Which statement best describes your household?
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  Speaking more than one language is important to our family.
- B.
  We speak one language and we are good with that.
16.
My child struggles with behavioral challenges.
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- A.
  True
- B.
  False

Quiz Outcomes

1.
Montessori is your child's recommended education model.
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MontessoriCelebrate your child’s intrinsic love of learning with an individualized, holistic, self-paced, and experiential approach to learning.
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Reggio Emilia is your child's recommended education model.
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Reggio EmiliaYour child will form an understanding of themselves and the world through their freedom to construct their own learning environment.
3.
Unschooling is your child's recommended education model.
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UnschoolingAllow your child the opportunity to learn through their natural curiosity in a supported, but unstructured environment.
4.
Steiner/Waldorf is your child's recommended education model.
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Steiner/WaldorfEncourage your child to foster their true sense of self while they learn in an experiential and academically rigorous setting.
5.
Charlotte Mason Homeschool is your child's recommended education model.
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Charlotte Mason HomeschoolExpose your child to high-quality literature and a full curriculum designed to encourage ideas and true knowledge.
6.
Parochial is your child's recommended education model.
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ParochialYour child’s private school curriculum will include religious education and training in addition to traditional secular subject matter.
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Virtual School is your child's recommended education model.
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Virtual SchoolLearning in a virtual environment will allow your child to participate in traditional classroom learning styles from anywhere in the world.
8.
Forest School is your child's recommended education model.
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Forest SchoolYour child will enjoy a fluid, student-led curriculum in a forest or woodland that will further encourage curiosity and exploration.
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Charter School is your child's recommended education model.
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CharterWhen your child attends a tuition-free public charter school, they will adhere to a school-specific mission that offers unique freedoms and flexibility.
10.
College Prep is your child's recommended education model.
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College PrepPrepare your child for the rigors of college academics with block scheduling, big exams, and research papers, similar to what is expected in a university setting.
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Froebel is your child's recommended education model.
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FroebelYour child will grow through activity, play, discussions, and self-reflection and will become an autonomous learner.
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Traditional Public School is your child's recommended education model.
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Traditional Public SchoolIn addition to a free traditional classroom setting, your child will have access to learning opportunities in the form of clubs, sports, and student government.
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Magnet School is your child's recommended education model.
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MagnetYou child has the opportunity to specialize in specific subject matter depending on the theme or program.
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Technical School is your child's recommended education model.
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TechnicalEncourage your child to train for a specific skilled trade in a hands-on learning environment.
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Military School is your child's recommended education model.
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Military SchoolYour child will become disciplined in a structured learning environment that includes training in military aspects, such as drill.
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Alternative School is your child's recommended education model.
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AlternativeSpecialized schools cater to the specific academic, emotional, and behavioral needs of your student and offer flexibility.
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Language Immersion is your child's recommended education model.
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Language ImmersionWatch your child flourish as they master two or more languages through academic content in a structured learning environment.
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Boarding School is your child's recommended education model.
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Boarding SchoolEncourage your child to learn personal growth and independence while they live away from home in a dorm setting while attending school.
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International Baccalaureate (IB) is your child's recommended education model.
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International Baccalaureate (IB)Your child will develop into a resilient, self-motivated young person with the knowledge, skills, and sense of purpose needed to thrive.
20.
HighScope is your child's recommended education model.
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HighScopeTeachers intentionally arrange classrooms and routines to construct a secure community and support socialization.
21.
Doman is your child's recommended education model.
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DomanA parent led program, busy caregivers will unlock and actively promote their child’s curiosity while teaching a love of learning.
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Knowledge Is Power Program (KIPP) is your child's recommended education model.
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Knowledge Is Power Program (KIPP)Emphasize high expectations and commitment to education while your child is regularly assessed for continuous improvement.
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Paulo Freire is your child's recommended education model.
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Paulo FreireTeach your child how to thrive in society through the act of knowing, not the act of memorizing and they will explore their curiosities well into adulthood.
24.
Amara Berri is your child's recommended education model.
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Amara Berri SystemThrough a practical and student-led education, your child will enact their learning as if they were a fully functioning citizen of the community.
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Pod Learning is your child's recommended education model.
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Pod LearningYour child will be part of a small learning group formed by families in a student-centered environment.
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Sudbury is your child's recommended education model.
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SudburyYour child will have complete responsibility for their own education in a direct democracy school environment where students and staff are equals.
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Core Knowledge is your child's recommended education model.
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Core KnowledgeIn this structured academic environment, your child will work towards academic excellence, greater fairness, and higher literacy, grade by grade.
28.
Democratic Education is your child's recommended education model.
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Democratic EducationYour child will be trusted to take full responsibility for their own life, learning, and the school community as a whole.
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Harkness is your child's recommended education model.
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HarknessMost of your child’s learning will occur around an oval table where ideas and concepts are discussed at length.
30.
Quaker Friends is your child's recommended education model.
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Quaker FriendsIn a minimalistic classroom, your child will receive an education based on the beliefs and testimonies of the Religious Society of Friends.
31.
Special Needs Focused is your child's recommended education model.
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Special Needs FocusedIf your child has a challenge or disability that interferes with learning, they will receive support not typically found in more traditional educational settings.
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Country Day is your child's recommended education model.
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Country DayIn this rigorous and intentionally designed learning environment, your child will develop into a productive and inspired student.
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Religious is your child's recommended education model.
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ReligiousYour child’s structured private education will be infused with religious teachings and values.
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Homeschool is your child's recommended education model.
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HomeschoolGuide your child through a home-based learning curriculum utilizing resources available within the community and through interactions with other homeschool families.
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STEM/STEAM is your child's recommended education model.
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STEM/STEAMThis unique approach to learning consists of project-based learning that crosses each of the five disciplines and is designed to foster an inclusive learning environment.
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Academy is your child's recommended education model.
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AcademyIn North America, these private schools are typically fully accredited and focus on specialized research and college prep.