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How to prepare your child for a school interview (without stressing them out)

Schools are looking for curiosity and communication — not robotic recital. Here's how to get your child ready, calmly.

By EduFind Editorial30 January 2026 4 min read
How to prepare your child for a school interview (without stressing them out)

The biggest mistake parents make is over-preparing. Schools see right through it.

Do: Read with your child every day. Talk about what they read. Encourage questions. Don't: Drill answers. Quiz them on capitals. Force eye contact.

On interview day: Sleep well, eat light, dress comfortably. If your child is nervous, breathe with them — and remember, the school is being interviewed too.

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