Many parents feel that an all-girls school is the best learning environment for their daughter. Learning around peers of the same gender can help your daughter build the confidence that will allow her to grow into a strong, capable woman. Your daughter's mind will be nurtured while she's encouraged to develop her faith in a supportive religious environment. With any new school, there's always an adjustment period. Here are a few ways you can prepare your daughter to succeed in an all-girls Catholic school:

1. Discuss school uniforms with your child.

Most Catholic schools require students to wear uniforms on a daily basis. Some children may initially be resistant to this concept, but many come to appreciate it over time. Give your daughter the chance to get used to the idea of wearing a uniform by discussing it ahead of time. If possible, purchase uniforms early so your daughter can try them on. Explain to your daughter that uniforms encourage students to focus on studying and developing healthy friendships, rather than focusing on what people are wearing.

2. Talk about the wonderful learning opportunities your child will have.

Catholic schools offer unique learning opportunities because they are private schools. Private schools often have better funding, as well as the ability to determine their own curriculums. As a result, kids who attend Catholic schools receive excellent educations that usually put them ahead of their peers. Girls who love learning will be excited to attend school in an environment that places a high emphasis on education.

3. Reassure your child she can still have male friends.

Some girls are hesitant to attend an all-girls school because they're concerned they will never get a chance to have male friends. Segregated sex learning environments are designed to minimize distractions, but attending an all-girls school doesn't mean your daughter will never spend time with boys. Let your daughter know that she will still have opportunities to spend time with male friends after school and during extracurricular activities.

4. Discuss the religious advantages of a Catholic school.

Catholic school is a place where your daughter's faith can be nurtured and encouraged. Public schools must observe the separation of church and state, which means no religion may be officially sanctioned. In Catholic school, your daughter will attend chapel services and religious education classes. This is great news for any young girl who highly values her religion.

To learn more about how to prepare your daughter for this change, visit an all-girls Catholic school in your area to show her what they have to offer and to meet the staff.