Ask about the orientation of the school and the expectations they have of students. Take a look at the curriculum. Find out whether your family s level of religious observance is consonant with the level of observance of the other students in the school. In Orthodox and Conservative Day Schools your children s social life may depend on your level of observance. There are issues in choosing to educate your child in Day School.
Some children are unable to handle the dual curriculum.
Neighborhood children may go to Public School. The tuition may be prohibitive. You do not keep kosher and Saturday is your only day to get errands done. There are benefits to a Day School education. They are definitely prepared to participate in Jewish life and usually maintain a close, lifelong connection to the Jewish community.