Why school events become an admin nightmare (and how to avoid it)
School events don't have to be stressful. Discover the five hidden traps that create admin chaos and simple steps to avoid them.
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Event Planning
Best Practices
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Communication
Uniform Fittings
School Tours
Enrollments
Manual bookings vs online systems: when spreadsheets stop working
Spreadsheets work great...until they don't. Here's how to recognize the tipping point and what to do about it.
Running uniform fittings when you don't have dedicated space
Most schools lack purpose-built uniform fitting spaces. Here is how to run fittings effectively using the space you have.
Rolling enrollment vs set registration periods
Some schools accept enrollments anytime throughout the year. Others open enrollment only during set periods. Each approach creates different operational challenges.
Scheduling parent-teacher interviews at the end of a four-term year
Most schools schedule parent-teacher interviews in November, at the end of Term 4. This creates predictable problems with timing, attendance, and teacher energy.
Walk-in enrollment creates office chaos
When families show up for enrollment without appointments, office staff scramble to help them while managing their other work. Scheduled enrollment appointments solve this problem.
Room signage that helps parents navigate your school
Parents arriving for conferences or tours often get lost. Clear temporary signage makes their experience less stressful.
Deciding between group tours and individual family visits
Both group tours and individual visits have advantages. The right choice depends on your enrollment volume, staffing, and what you want families to experience.
What information parents need before booking
The registration form is often the first interaction families have with your event. Keep it focused on what you actually need.
Payment collection during uniform fittings: options and trade-offs
Collecting payment for uniforms involves trade-offs between convenience, security, and administrative burden. Here is what works in different contexts.
