As an educational consultant, I help families navigate each step of the admissions journey. Here are answers to some of the questions I hear most often from parents applying to private schools in Los Angeles.

Thank you notes are powerful communication tools because they show your sincerity and appreciation for someone’s time, effort, and energy invested in your experience. Sending a thank you note after a school interview allows you to make an impression on the interviewer, as well as demonstrate that you are organized, thoughtful, and courteous.

Think of each school event as an opportunity to learn, observe, and connect. Arrive prepared, stay engaged, take thoughtful notes, and pay attention to the details that make each school unique. Each event you attend can give you a new perspective on a school and help you make a more informed decision about where your child will thrive.