One of the most exciting experiences of parenting is training your child to get through the school admission interview. The child is required to give this interview at a young age of 3 to 4 years in order to get an admission in a good school. If your child is to register this year, then these are 10 ways to prepare your little wonder for the interview. Every childs academic life begins with his first school interview. Hence, every parent wants to make it the most exciting experience as the childs future depends on it. These interviews and oral tests were not at all compulsory in the past, but now they are mandatory. Getting admission in a good school is very essential. The scenario of pre- admission tests and interviews of little toddlers is very scary for their parents. Have a quick look at the top 10 ways to help your child get through his first school interview right here. In this articleKnow details about schoolMake an impression on othersTake an easeBe free to talkCleanliness is next to GodlinessStimulate curiosityBe punctualDress appropriatelyHave mannersKnow details about school As an intelligent parent, it is your first responsibility to know every thing about the school in which you want your child to go. You also need to be aware of the school admission process in detail. Most of the schools are very clear as to what they want your child to know. Before going or the interview, your child should know at least the name of the school where he or she is going for the interview. Know basics Yours child should know the basics like his full name, his mothers name, his fathers name, siblings name and where does he stay. Your child must also know the alphabets and numbers. As also he should be aware of the phone numbers, home address and what are his parents doing. If your child is able to name vegetables, fruits, birds and colours then his chances to pass in the interview will be high. Make an impression on others Your child should always greet visitors, shake hands with new acquaintances saying good morning, thank you, welcome, take care, etc. as it will create a long lasting impression on the interviewers. As also while the interview is going on your child should keep a smiling face. Telling hello or smiling in front of neighbours, talking to them will help improve his communication skills which will be helpful later in life. Take an ease Do not take any tension. Your child will be able to sense your anxiety which in turn will make him nervous. He will be examined on the basic skills of reading, writing, his creativity and his perception of the world. Always remember, that this is not the last chance for you and you will be getting many more and much better chances ahead. You should carry a positive attitude and never have a negative impression about anything in life. Be free to talk Whether or not in an interview, your child should always be free to talk. he should fearless and should not get scared of any one. Generally children get shy from their neighbours, guests and relatives. Hence, this habit should be cramped. They should feel free to express his thoughts and ideas. This practice will help him create an impression on the interviewer in a short span of time. Cleanliness is next to Godliness Inculcate values of cleanliness to your child. Cleanliness should be a principle followed by him on a day to day basis. Maintenance of hygiene is very important for a child as it prevent him from falling ill. Teach your child to clean hands before and after every meal. Stop him from spitting in public places and throwing wrappers outside your house or window. These habits will not be tested directly in the interview, but they might get exhibited. Stimulate curiosity Always pinpoint to different objects while you are out with your child. Answer to all his questions and make him aware of everything around him. Make him attentive about the surrounding environment. Be punctual Never be late for any interview as it leaves a bad impression on the interviewer. Always reach fifteen-twenty minutes before the interview is scheduled. Reach there and then be aware of the activities that are going on. This will add to your knowledge about the school. Dress appropriately Always remember that first impression is the last impression. Your child should be well dressed. That does not mean that he should be wearing party clothes. He should be wearing a normal shirt and a half or a full pant with clean socks and shoes. The shoes should be clean and polished. Have manners Your child should be very polite and should not talk loudly. It creates a bad impression in front of the interviewer. Teach him manners and discipline. "Good Manners" are an increasingly archaic school of thought that displays respect, care, and consideration. Everyone has a basic right to help another and feel positive about themselves and others around them. The most important of all, is to be confidant. Confidence is necessary but over confidence is harmful. Inculcate these 10 things in your child, and he will definitely get through the interview.
One of the most exciting experiences of parenting is training your child to get through the school admission interview. The child is required to give this interview at a young age of 3 to 4 years in order to get an admission in a good school. If your child is to register this year, then these are 10 ways to prepare your little wonder for the interview. Every child's academic life begins with his first school interview. Hence, every parent wants to make it the most exciting experience as the child's future depends on it. These interviews and oral tests were not at all compulsory in the past, but now they are mandatory.
Getting admission in a good
school is very essential. The scenario of pre- admission tests and interviews of little toddlers is very scary for their parents. Have a quick look at the top 10 ways to help your child get through his first school interview right here.
Know details about school
As an intelligent parent, it is your first responsibility to know every thing about the school in which you want your
child to go. You also need to be aware of the school admission process in detail. Most of the schools are very clear as to what they want your child to know. Before going or the interview, your child should know at least the name of the school where he or she is going for the
interview. Know basics
Yours child should know the basics like his full name, his mother's name, his father's name, sibling's name and where does he stay. Your child must also know the alphabets and numbers. As also he should be aware of the phone numbers, home address and what are his parents doing. If your child is able to name vegetables, fruits, birds and colours then his chances to pass in the interview will be high.
Make an impression on others
Your child should always greet visitors, shake hands with new acquaintances saying good morning, thank you, welcome, take care, etc. as it will create a long lasting impression on the interviewers. As also while the interview is going on your child should keep a smiling face. Telling hello or smiling in front of neighbours, talking to them will help improve his communication skills which will be helpful later in life.
Take an ease
Do not take any tension. Your child will be able to sense your anxiety which in turn will make him nervous. He will be examined on the basic skills of reading, writing, his creativity and his perception of the world. Always remember, that this is not the last chance for you and you will be getting many more and much better chances ahead. You should carry a positive attitude and never have a negative impression about anything in life.
Be free to talk
Whether or not in an interview, your child should always be free to talk. he should fearless and should not get scared of any one. Generally children get shy from their neighbours, guests and relatives. Hence, this habit should be cramped. They should feel free to express his thoughts and ideas. This practice will help him create an impression on the interviewer in a short span of time.
Cleanliness is next to Godliness
Inculcate values of cleanliness to your child. Cleanliness should be a principle followed by him on a day to day basis. Maintenance of
hygiene is very important for a child as it prevent him from falling ill. Teach your child to clean hands before and after every meal. Stop him from spitting in public places and throwing wrappers outside your house or window. These habits will not be tested directly in the interview, but they might get exhibited.
Stimulate curiosity
Always pinpoint to different objects while you are out with your child. Answer to all his questions and make him aware of everything around him. Make him attentive about the surrounding environment.
Be punctual
Never be late for any interview as it leaves a bad impression on the interviewer. Always reach fifteen-twenty minutes before the interview is scheduled. Reach there and then be aware of the activities that are going on. This will add to your knowledge about the school.
Dress appropriately
Always remember that first impression is the last impression. Your child should be well dressed. That does not mean that he should be wearing party clothes. He should be wearing a normal shirt and a half or a full pant with clean socks and shoes. The shoes should be clean and polished.
Have manners
Your child should be very polite and should not talk loudly. It creates a bad impression in front of the interviewer. Teach him manners and discipline. "
Good Manners" are an increasingly archaic school of thought that displays respect, care, and consideration. Everyone has a basic right to help another and feel positive about themselves and others around them.
The most important of all, is to be confidant. Confidence is necessary but over confidence is harmful. Inculcate these 10 things in your child, and he will definitely get through the interview.
