For the last thirty years or so I have taught in or headed Jewish schools. I have been involved in all types of settings from pre-school to graduate levels. Jewish educvation has been my passion and life. The prinicpal or head of schoool is the most crucial element in setting the tone, substance, and culture of the school. Find out all you can about how that person is viewed by various constituents of the school community.
Good schools have a clear vision or mission in mind which guides their practice and planning.
Ask for a copy of the school's mission statement and evaluate what it means to you. These are just some of the criteria you may want to use in choosing a Jewish school for your children. Please feel free to question, react, and respond in this evening's chat. I await your questions and comments. I have been working in Akiba's computer room this week.