1. Do the maths twice. Calculate fees against university costs later. Will you need to sell the family car? Be honest.
2. Look at the headteacher. A strong leader transforms any school. Google their tenure, their record, their Instagram (yes, seriously).
3. Consider the commute. A 45-minute minibus journey each way is exhausting. A local state school with after-school clubs might beat a faraway private one.
Schools In Westchester: Public vs Private Options