What is School Choice?

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School Choice Explained

School choice is the process of allowing every family to choose the K-12 educational options that best fit their children. Every child is unique, and all children learn differently. Some children might succeed at the neighborhood public school, while others might find a better fit in a public charter, public magnet, online, private, home, or nontraditional environment.

That’s why educational choice is so important!


Every child deserves an effective, challenging, and motivating education. And, because each student has their own unique set of talents, interests, and challenges, having a variety of options in education is crucial. In short, school choice ensures that each student can find a learning environment that allows them to be inspired, successful, and happy.

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What is School Choice?

Get the rundown on how school choice works and how it can help you find the best learning environment for your child.

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Click on each school type to learn how it works, what makes it unique, and whether it could be the right fit for your child’s learning and educational needs.

Check out tips for choosing the right school for your child, use our handy education glossary to dive deeper into the world of K-12, or use our schools near more tool to discover school options near you.

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The National School Choice Awareness Foundation brings the promise of school choice to life for millions of children across America.

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