Article · Communication
Parents are part of the admissions team. Treat them that way.
Most admissions decisions are family decisions. Here's how to include parents without overwhelming them.
RaivatEdu team2 min read
A student might fill the form, but the fee is usually a family decision. Institutions that communicate with parents early — and clearly — see fewer late-stage drop-offs.
What parents want to know
- The full cost, including hostel and transport
- Scholarship criteria in writing
- Safety, facilities and outcomes
- Exactly what happens next, and when
Practical steps
- Capture guardian contact details on the enquiry, not at admission.
- Invite parents to counselling calls by default.
- Send fee and scholarship information as a document they can forward.