A Parent’s Review: Why I Chose an Etiquette Class for Kids
- Poised & Proper
- Jul 21
- 3 min read
This is a real story from a Poised & Proper parent, shared with permission and lightly edited for clarity. Names have been changed to protect privacy.
When I first signed my child up for an etiquette class for kids, I didn’t know what to expect. I wasn’t trying to turn her into a debutante or make her memorize rules from a different era. I just wanted to give her tools that would help her feel more confident — and kinder — in everyday life.
What I didn’t expect was how much it would actually stick.
Before the Class
My daughter is a sweet kid — thoughtful, a little shy, and like most 9-year-olds, still figuring things out. She’d interrupt without realizing, get overwhelmed in group settings, and didn’t always know what to say when meeting new people.
There was nothing “wrong,” just some awkwardness and uncertainty that I knew could hold her back socially if we didn’t help her navigate it now.
I wanted her to learn how to carry herself with confidence, speak up without sounding pushy, and understand the little social cues that aren’t always taught at school… or even at home. Let's be honest — we’re all still unlearning a few things ourselves.
The Impact of an Etiquette Class for Kids
The class was warm, upbeat, and surprisingly modern. There were no books balanced on heads (well, maybe once, for fun), but there was real talk about confidence, kindness, body language, introductions, gratitude, and how to include others.
What I loved most was how hands-on everything was. The girls practiced polite conversation, role-played tricky scenarios, made thank-you cards, and even learned how to walk into a room with purpose. They were laughing and learning at the same time.
And the homework? She was excited to do it.
We talked about compliments, practiced setting the dinner table together, and even had a mini tea party at home so she could show off her skills. It wasn’t about being fancy. It was about being thoughtful.
After the Class
I noticed the difference right away. Not just in how she acted, but in how she carried herself.
She started making eye contact. Saying “excuse me” instead of blurting. Thinking about how her words made others feel. She even helped a new girl feel welcome at school — and told me, “We learned how to do that in etiquette.”
It wasn’t just manners. It was confidence. Awareness. Kindness. And honestly? I wish I had learned this stuff when I was her age.
Final Thought
If you’re wondering whether an etiquette class is too much, too old-fashioned, or too extra — I get it. But from one parent to another: this was one of the best decisions I made for my child.
Because in a world where everything moves fast, and kindness can feel like an afterthought, she’s learning how to lead with grace — and still be herself.
Want to Bring This to Your Child’s School?
If you’d love to see a program like this offered at your child’s school (or your grandchild’s, niece’s, nephew’s, or even your neighbor’s!), we’d be so grateful for an introduction to their school administrator or counselor.
Our curriculum is designed to be implemented directly in schools, teaching students real-life tools like respectful communication, posture, empathy, and everyday confidence — all in a fun, meaningful way.
Together, we can help more kids grow into confident, kind, and capable young people — one school at a time.
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