Pre-Arrival School Research for Children

Choosing a good school is important for your child’s education and happiness. Research helps you understand the options before you move.

What to do: Use GOV.UK school performance tables and Ofsted reports to search for schools near your planned home. Look at ratings, comments and any special strengths or weaknesses each school has.

What do you need: You need the area or postcode you are interested in and your child’s age and school stage.

Outcomes: You will have a shortlist of suitable schools that match your expectations for quality and location.

Lifehack: Make simple notes for each school so you can compare them quickly later.