I'm visiting a primary school tomorrow - what questions should I ask?

[Holymoly321]

We are going to be away in September and so am visiting a school tomorrow with a view to possibly sending DS1 there when he turns 4. The head teacher will be taking me round - which I thought was a nice touch, but what questions should I be asking?

[snice]

Can be worth asking about staff "turnover". If all the staff are only staying a couple of years it speaks volumes!

[Holymoly321]

thanks guys, esp madamdeathstare - that is a fab check list!

[brimfull]

what method do they use for literacy ie.synthetic phonics,mixture?

[janinlondon]

Ask to see their boiler room.