A 2026 Checklist for Touring Private Faith-Based Schools (Free Printable)

How to Use This Checklist

School open houses can be a whirlwind. It is easy to get distracted by the shiny gym floor and forget to ask about the math curriculum. Use this Private School Tour Checklist to stay focused. We recommend printing one for every school you visit to compare notes later.

✝️ Spiritual Life

• [ ] Chapel: How often do students attend? Are parents welcome?
• [ ] Worldview: How is faith integrated into science and history classes?
• [ ] Service: Is community service required for graduation?

📚 Academics

• [ ] Class Size: What is the average student-teacher ratio?
• [ ] Support: Is there a resource specialist for learning differences (dyslexia, ADHD)?
• [ ] Technology: What is the screen policy? 1:1 iPads? Phones in lockers?
• [ ] Homework: What is the average nightly homework load for this grade level?

🏫 Culture & Safety

• [ ] Discipline: How does the school handle bullying?
• [ ] Security: Is the campus closed? Are there resource officers?
• [ ] Recess: How much unstructured play time do they get?

💰 Logistics

• [ ] Tuition: What are the *true* annual costs including fees?
• [ ] After-Care: Is there extended day care? What is the cost?
• [ ] Commute: Is there a bus service or carpool network?

Tip: Don't just ask the admissions director. Try to ask a current parent or student these questions to get the unfiltered truth.