Find the Perfect School for Your Child
Free school choice assessment for Australian families
Choosing a school is complex. Answer 25 questions about your family values, budget, and educational priorities to get a clear, objective recommendation on the best school environment for your child.
Find the Right School Fit for Your Child and Family
Choosing a school is one of the biggest emotional and financial decisions a parent makes. With so many options—Public, Catholic, Independent, Co-ed, Single-sex—it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by marketing, waitlists, and conflicting advice.
Our School Choice Assessment cuts through the noise. By analysing your family’s unique financial situation, logistical needs, and educational values, we provide an objective "School Fit Profile". It helps you focus your search on schools that will truly support your child to thrive—without breaking the family budget.
What You Receive in Your Report
You’ll get a comprehensive PDF report tailored to your specific answers, giving you clarity and confidence for your school search.
School fit archetype
A clear description of the school type (Public, Catholic, Independent) that aligns best with your values and budget.
Financial sustainability check
An honest look at how your stated budget aligns with current fee structures for your preferred school types.
Priority ranking analysis
We help you untangle conflicting priorities—like "academic reputation" vs "travel time"—to see what truly matters.
Tailored questions for tours
A custom list of questions to ask Principals and registrars based on your specific focus areas (e.g., neurodiversity support or elite sports).
Public vs Private comparison
A personalised breakdown of the trade-offs between sectors based on your specific location and expectations.
Next steps roadmap
Actionable advice on application timelines, catchment zones, and when to start saving or applying.
Key Factors We Analyse
We look at the four critical pillars of school choice to ensure a holistic recommendation.
Family Context & Logistics
- Number of children and sibling discounts
- Travel time tolerance and transport options
- Preference for co-education vs single-sex environments
Financial Planning
- Household income and sustainable fee caps
- Hidden costs (uniforms, camps, technology)
- Scholarship and financial aid eligibility considerations
Educational Philosophy
- Structured vs progressive learning environments
- Importance of academic reputation and ATAR results
- Religious or values-based education preferences
Child’s Unique Needs
- Interests in Arts, Sports, or STEM
- Learning support or enrichment requirements
- Social-emotional wellbeing and school size preferences
Why "Fit" Matters More Than Rankings
The "best" school on paper isn't always the best school for your child. Our assessment focuses on finding the environment where they will be happiest and most supported.
Aligning values with school culture
The happiest students are often those whose family values mirror the school’s ethos. We help you identify "good fit" cultures beyond just the glossy brochure.
Sustainable financial planning
School fees rise every year. Our assessment checks if your choice is sustainable for the long haul, reducing the risk of disruptive school changes later due to cost.
Looking beyond the ATAR
We encourage parents to consider holistic factors like pastoral care, extracurricular breadth, and student wellbeing, which are often better predictors of long-term success than academic scores alone.
How to Use This Tool
Complete the 5-minute assessment
Receive your school choice profile
Research and Shortlist
Apply with confidence
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the School Choice Assessment work?
The assessment asks you about your family context, financial budget, educational values, and preferences (like public vs private, co-ed vs single-sex). We then analyse these inputs to provide a tailored report on the type of schooling that best fits your family.
Does this tool tell me exactly which specific school to enrol in?
No tool can make that final decision for you. Instead, we provide a "school archetype" recommendation (e.g., "High-fee independent school with strong sports focus" or "Local public school with supplementary tutoring") and a set of criteria to help you evaluate specific schools in your area.
Is this assessment suitable for both primary and secondary school?
Yes. The questions cover broad educational values and financial planning principles that apply to both primary and secondary school decision-making.
How is my financial information used?
We ask for broad income and budget ranges solely to ensure our recommendations are financially sustainable for your family. This data is private, never shared with schools, and used only to generate your personalised report.
Can I use this for multiple children?
Absolutely. We recommend taking the assessment separately for each child, as their individual needs, interests, and your budget situation might lead to different ideal school environments for siblings.
Start Your School Search with Confidence
Stop guessing and start planning. In just 5 minutes, you’ll have a clear picture of what you’re looking for, what you can afford, and how to find it.
Completely free. No hidden fees. Instant results.