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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about school selection

Q: How do I choose between different schools?

A: Consider academics quality, infrastructure, faculty, location, fees, co-curricular activities, and parent reviews. Visit schools, talk to current parents, and compare on SchoolCompass.

Q: What is the best board - CBSE, ICSE, or IB?

A: There's no "best" board. CBSE is great for JEE/NEET, ICSE for overall development, and IB for international education. Choose based on your child's career goals.

Q: When should I start school search?

A: Start 1-2 years before admission. Research schools, attend open days, interact with current parents, and shortlist top 3-5 schools.

Q: How important are school fees?

A: Fees vary ₹2L-18L/year depending on school type. Higher fees don't always mean better education. Find the right balance between quality and affordability.

Q: Are parent reviews reliable?

A: Yes, parent reviews provide authentic insights. SchoolCompass verifies all reviews. Read multiple reviews to get a balanced perspective.

Q: How do I compare schools on SchoolCompass?

A: Use our smart filters (city, board, type, fee) to find schools. Read reviews, compare fees and facilities, and view detailed profiles.

Q: What should I look for during school visits?

A: Check infrastructure, hygiene, safety, library, labs, sports facilities, faculty qualifications, student discipline, and overall campus environment.

Q: How important are co-curricular activities?

A: Very important! They build confidence, skills, and all-round development. Choose schools with good sports, music, arts, and clubs programs.

Q: What is a good school-to-student ratio?

A: Ideal teacher-to-student ratio is 1:25-30. Class size should be 30-40 students for good personal attention.

Q: How does SchoolCompass help?

A: We have 1000+ schools with detailed profiles, real parent reviews (50K+), smart filters, board comparisons, and expert guides - all in one platform.

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