7 Ways Your Introductory Packet Will Impact Your Microschool or Tutoring Business!
Posted on September 13, 2023 by Makenzie Oliver
An introductory packet is a valuable tool in a microschool for MANY reasons!
Here are 7 reasons why:
1. First Impressions
An introductory packet is often the first formal communication parents and students receive from your microschool. It helps make a positive first impression and sets the tone for your educational program.
2. Information Consolidation
It consolidates important information in one place, making it easier for parents and students to access and refer to key details about your microschool, including policies, procedures, and contact information.
3. Clarity and Expectations
The packet can outline your microschool's mission, goals, and educational philosophy. It can also provide clarity on what students and parents can expect in terms of curriculum, teaching methods, and extracurricular activities.
4. Magnify Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Including a section with answers to common questions can be incredibly helpful for parents and students. It saves them time and reduces the need for additional inquiries. Although your website probably has this information, it's great for parents to have a keepsake to take with him/her while speaking with their spouse or family members in regards to your services.
5. Parental Involvement Connection
You can outline opportunities for parental involvement and engagement, such as parent-teacher conferences, volunteer opportunities, or parent committees. Encouraging parental participation can foster a sense of community within your microschool.
6. Transparency for Processes and Procedures
Before Parents go the next step with you and your tutoring business or microschool, they need to know what to expect with this monetary and time investment. Parents will feel more comfortable sending their child to you when they know your procedures, like what you have to offer and trust you have systems and processes in place to help their child feel and be successful.
7. Marketing and Branding
An attractive and informative introductory packet can also serve as a marketing tool. It can reflect your microschool's branding and mission, potentially attracting more students and families to your program.
In summary, an introductory packet in a microschool serves as a comprehensive guide that welcomes parents and students, communicates important information, sets expectations, and facilitates a smooth and successful transition into your educational program. It's an essential tool for creating a positive and organized learning environment.
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For a more in-depth handout to show interested parents the fully-realized powerhouse that is your school or learning pod, use the Introductory Packet. Providing more than just key concepts, this packet serves as an outline of your school’s history, schedule, and curriculum.
These instructions will layout, page by page, how to construct a clean, informative set of documents that will captivate the parents of your potential students. You’ll also get the real-life example Makenzie uses for her micro-school, Lighthouse Learning, to help you get creatively inspired by the finished product!