Common Misconceptions about a Residential School

A residential school is often the victim of stereotypical notions reinforced by books, media, films and hearsay.

Here are clarifications on some common myths about residential schools.

Myth: A residential school is the last resort for spoilt and indisciplined children.

Parents who choose a residential school for their children do so because it provides them with an ideal mix of academics, sports and extra-curricular activities within a closely monitored schedule. Parents must also never view a residential school as a ‘correction centre’ or use it to threaten/discipline children.

Myth: Family ties are weakened when children go to a residential school.

On the contrary, children who study in a residential school respect their family ties a lot more. They understand the value of their relationship with the parents and appreciate the sacrifices made for them. When you spend quality time with your children, you strengthen your bonds.

Myth: Children go astray in a residential school and are misled into unhealthy influences.

A residential school like Parkwood offers a highly secure and constantly monitored environment. A tight daily schedule ensures that children have very little time on their hands to indulge in unproductive issues.

Myth: Children are bullied and ragged in a residential school.

Parkwood retains a family-like atmosphere on account of its warm and caring environment. New children are assigned ‘buddies’ who provide the much needed hand-holding peer support during the initial days. The Director and all Staff Members reside on campus thus providing a high level of safety and security to children. (We follow a Zero Tolerance Policy on bullying or ragging of any form. We believe that every child has the right to live in a safe and secure environment, governed by the norms of mutual respect and caring for one other. Though the school encourages leadership qualities in students, a rare eventuality of a student displaying domination or aggression is curbed instantly.)

Myth: It is difficult to keep in touch with children in a residential school.

The advent of technology has made communication faster and easier. Parkwood facilitates communication between children and parents via email and telephone. Visits on Saturday and Sunday are permitted once a month. All in all, you continue to remain in close touch with your child.