Quiz - AlignEd

1 At their core, how do you see your child?

A unique individual with their own interests and timeline

A young mind that needs guidance, structure, and knowledge

A creative explorer who learns through discovery and wonder

A future citizen who needs character formation and wisdom

A natural learner who thrives with hands-on experiences

2 Which of these best captures why you believe education is important?

Character and wisdom matter more than test scores

Academic excellence and college preparation are essential

Learning should be meaningful, joyful, and child-led

Real-world skills and entrepreneurship are key

Strong foundations in core subjects build success

3 How do children learn best, in your opinion?

Following their interests and passions naturally

Working with concrete materials and hands-on exploration

Through structured lessons and proven curriculum

Reading great books and engaging in rich discussions

Solving real problems and building actual projects

4 What is the ideal role of a teacher?

A facilitator who supports and observes learning

A mentor and guide who helps students discover truth

An expert who delivers knowledge and maintains order

A learning partner who explores alongside students

A coach who helps students achieve their goals

5 What does a successful student look like to you?

Meeting academic standards and getting good grades

Pursuing their passions and developing as individuals

Building strong character and moral reasoning

Developing independence and practical life skills

Growing into thoughtful, engaged citizens

6 Which environment would help your child thrive?

A safe, nurturing space that feels like an extension of home

An organized, focused classroom with clear expectations

A flexible space where students can explore and create

A structured environment with dedicated learning areas

A dynamic workspace optimized for collaboration and innovation

7 How should schools handle motivation and behavior?

Natural consequences and community agreements work best

Clear rules with consistent consequences maintain order

Students should be intrinsically motivated to do what's right

Respect and relationships create the foundation for good behavior

Character formation through virtue and moral reasoning

8 How important is faith or moral instruction in your child's education?

Faith and spirituality should be woven throughout education

Moral principles guide everything, whether religious or secular

Education should focus on academic skills, not values

Each family should handle values; school focuses on learning

Community values and social responsibility matter most

Children should explore and discover their own values

9 What role do you want to play in your child's education?

I want to co-create the learning journey — choosing resources, setting goals, guiding direction

I want to be actively involved — reading together, doing projects, staying hands-on

I trust educators to lead — I want to support from the sidelines

I want to lead my child's learning — school should support our goals

I want to partner with the school — communication and shared values matter

10 If you had to choose one priority above all, what would it be?

Freedom and individuality

Moral development and virtuous character

Creativity, imagination, and connection to nature

Academic excellence and strong foundational skills

Self-direction and real-world readiness

Joyful learning and lifelong curiosity

Education Philosophy Quiz