There’s a lot to do to get any organization up and running…especially a school! Some of the requirements are obvious, but others you might not even think of until you suddenly realize they aren’t there. We’ve done this a time or two, and have compiled a list of some of the things you won’t want to put off until the last minute. Click on a bullet point to see more detail and suggested ways to get started.
4-6 months before launch
- Build the vision of your school
- Design a curriculum
- Develop a business plan
- File appropriate legal paperwork
- Set up financial systems
- Market your school
- Hire any additional staff members
- Find your learning space
- Start getting families to commit
2 months before launch
- Prepare the learning center
- Set up educational software
- Set up student records systems
- Create logistics and emergency policies
- Create a system for managing behavior
- Onboard families
Go forth and conquer
As you get closer to launch, your duties will shift to planning projects and lessons, and interacting directly with the teachers and families that you’ve brought on board.