5 Benefits of Private vs. Public School

Why do parents choose private over public? It’s about choice. More and more, parents are looking to independent schools for more choice—and say—in how their children are educated.  

1. Small class sizes and low student-to-teacher ratio

Private schools vary in size, but most emphasize small class sizes and low student-to-teacher ratios. This enables teachers to know students well, provide holistic assessments, support individual growth, and foster confidence.  

2. Individual attention and personalized learning

No two children learn the same way. Personalized learning—tailored to each student’s interests, skills, and preferences—boosts engagement, persistence, and achievement. Smaller classes naturally support this approach, making it easier for teachers to adapt lessons to individual needs. 

3. Parent and family involvement

Parent involvement is common in early education but often declines in later years. Private schools, however, prioritize ongoing communication and actively involve families through regular parent-teacher meetings, social events, and committee work. They foster a community where parents are encouraged to engage, ensuring students, teachers, and families work together toward shared goals.

4. School culture and community

Lower staff-to-student ratios allow teachers to observe students more closely throughout the day, guiding them in conflict resolution and social skills. The close-knit community in private schools also helps deter bullying and other harmful behaviors—it's hard to go unnoticed in a small school.

5. Campus facilities and extras

Good private schools have classroom environments and facilities that inspire learning and discovery and accommodate a wide range of extracurricular activities — from sports and physical fitness activities to dance, music and theater arts to tech innovation and robotics. 

It’s Personal.

These are just some of the reasons parents choose private schools. When it comes to choosing the school itself, the choices become more personal. For many parents, it’s a “gut feeling” they experience when visiting a campus or school event. 

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