All parents want the very best for their children. It’s our natural instinct to provide them with the best life we can, and that includes determining where to send them to school. For some families, the choice is easy. Their children will attend whichever public school is in their area. But other parents know intuitively that private school is the right choice for them. There are many reasons that parents opt for private school over public school, and they’re all valid. But once you’ve decided to look for a private school for your children, you’re faced with the next important step; which is to determine which is the best DeLand private school.

At St. Barnabas School, we feel confident in the quality of education and community we offer to our students and their families. When it comes to DeLand private schools, we’re the best of the best. We say this not to be boastful but because we work tirelessly to ensure it’s true. 

We’re often asked how parents can determine which school is best for their children, so we’ve compiled a list of three essential traits. As you pursue more information about DeLand private schools, we hope you’ll use these ideas as a guide.

Individualized Instruction

We talk tirelessly about the importance of individualized instruction on this blog, and we’ll continue to forever. The public school system is full of highly talented and passionate teachers whose skills are never fully realized for the benefit of their students simply because their classrooms are too full. Because St. Barnabas is committed to maintaining small classrooms, we know that our students always get the quality attention and instruction they deserve. Our highly skilled teachers can spend quality time assessing and meeting the needs of each student, whether they’re ahead of the curve or struggling in a particular area. No one falls through the cracks at St. Barnabas.

More Flexibility Than Public Schools

Along the same line, private schools have an added layer of flexibility that our public school counterparts can only dream of. While public classrooms are often forced to be primarily focused on preparing for state testing, the classrooms at St. Barnabas are free from that stress and able to make learning a broader range of life skills and academics the focus of lessons. You may have also noticed that the state’s political leanings, to some degree, impact the regulations that guide public schooling. Leadership changes can completely change what’s expected of teachers. Here we have a strong set of values and a firm identity from which we develop our overall academic strategies, regardless of what’s happening in the political climate. 

Faith-Based Environment

The families who attend St. Barnabas Episcopal School do so because they’re looking for the special combination of a faith-based environment with top-tier education. This isn’t always easy to find, but it’s at the top of our list of priorities. Parents in our community never have to choose between a school that promotes their faith and one that provides a high-quality learning environment. We are the best Deland private school because we’ve mastered the ability to do both.

We hope this information is helpful as you navigate this monumental family decision. Your investment in your children’s early education will pay dividends for years to come in their lives. After all, education isn’t just about acing state-mandated tests. For us, it’s about teaching our students well while instilling a love for education so they can become lifelong learners. If you’re looking for the right fit for your family, we hope you’ll check out our campus so you can see for yourself why we are the best DeLand private school. For more information or to schedule a tour, contact us today.