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able to offer one-to-one online sessions with individual members of staff, so students – or their parents – can have the in-depth discussion they need. Not every school has gone the online route. Some (almost certainly a minority) have made the decision to continue to invite families into the school. Inevitably, because of stringent Covid-19 restrictions, things will be different. But while visitors are likely to find themselves toured in safety bubbles, schools are confident that the essential essence of what they offer will still come across – in particular, their sense of community. While pupils may not be on hand to answer questions, for example, members of staff who know the school and its pupils inside out will be on hand to provide the insights, anecdotes and history that bring the school alive. When it comes to getting the best out of these new-look open events, the advice to parents is to think ahead and know what you want to get out of them – focusing not just on the academics, but other aspects like wellbeing, pastoral care and extra-curricular activities. Of course results are important, but ensuring a school, college or sixth form is providing the right support in order for a child to achieve their dreams counts for just as much. “When it comes to getting the best out of these new-look open events, think ahead and know what you want to get out of them”
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