Which is considered generally the best school between St. Andrew's, Bullis, and Field?

[Anonymous]

We are in 6th grade at Field and extremely happy. Small class sizes but the grade is still large enough that my DC has found his "people." The teachers are engaging and supportive and my DC is challenged. My niece attends Bullis and it is very different - larger class sizes, more worksheet-type homework versus more project based at Field. She loves Bullis (and doesn't love project-based work). My DC would be so bored with more worksheet-type homework but thrives in project-based environments. The point? It is impossible for an anonymous person to answer this question for you! You need to choose the school that fits your child and your family. Plus, commute is a big factor, not just to/from school for the day but also after school activities, sports, weekend events etc. Good luck, I know it is hard to decide when you have good choices.

[Anonymous]

All 3 are phenomenal.

[Anonymous]

OP here. Thanks, everyone, for replying.

It is true that these were our "back-up" schools, but it doesn't mean I didn't do any research, or that DC and we don't have opinions as far as fit--we do. For a fully balanced appraisal, I wanted to add in other people's thoughts/experiences to see if they jibe with our impressions. Reasons why they aren't our first choice include distance, and in the case of Field, I don't have a feeling for how mainstream vs. therapeutic it is, since DC doesn't have an LD. But we've heard great things about all of them and wouldn't have applied to them if we didn't hold them in high esteem.

The best fit for DC learning-wise is probably GDS--DC likes diving deep in projects and is highly motivated that way. Culture-wise, probably Maret or Sidwell is the closest fit, but we feel like we'd fit in well at any of the schools. Among the schools to which DC was admitted, there's not an obvious perfect fit.

Is Field mostly for kids with LDs? Which school of the three will challenge DC the most academically?

[Anonymous]

If Maret or Sidwell is the best fit culture-wise, then of the three Bullis is the least best fit. For sure.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:If Maret or Sidwell is the best fit culture-wise, then of the three Bullis is the least best fit. For sure.

And St. Andrew's is therefore probably the best fit.

[Anonymous]

St Andrew

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:St Andrew

+1

[Anonymous]

St. Andrews, by a long shot! Outstanding school in every way.

[Anonymous]

I’d go with SAES based on what you shared about your preferences.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP here. Thanks, everyone, for replying.

It is true that these were our "back-up" schools, but it doesn't mean I didn't do any research, or that DC and we don't have opinions as far as fit--we do. For a fully balanced appraisal, I wanted to add in other people's thoughts/experiences to see if they jibe with our impressions. Reasons why they aren't our first choice include distance, and in the case of Field, I don't have a feeling for how mainstream vs. therapeutic it is, since DC doesn't have an LD. But we've heard great things about all of them and wouldn't have applied to them if we didn't hold them in high esteem.

The best fit for DC learning-wise is probably GDS--DC likes diving deep in projects and is highly motivated that way. Culture-wise, probably Maret or Sidwell is the closest fit, but we feel like we'd fit in well at any of the schools. Among the schools to which DC was admitted, there's not an obvious perfect fit.

Is Field mostly for kids with LDs? Which school of the three will challenge DC the most academically?

PP who is a new 7th grade family at Field, our child does not have a LD and while there are a good number of kids at school who have various learning differences, they are being challenged, thriving and doing well.

[Anonymous]

While Field supports kids with LDs, it is certainly not the majority. If your kid is looking for project based learning, Field might be a great fit. We have had a great experience.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:While Field supports kids with LDs, it is certainly not the majority. If your kid is looking for project based learning, Field might be a great fit. We have had a great experience.

I would agree. We are in middle school at Field with no LD and very happy.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP here. Thanks, everyone, for replying.

It is true that these were our "back-up" schools, but it doesn't mean I didn't do any research, or that DC and we don't have opinions as far as fit--we do. For a fully balanced appraisal, I wanted to add in other people's thoughts/experiences to see if they jibe with our impressions. Reasons why they aren't our first choice include distance, and in the case of Field, I don't have a feeling for how mainstream vs. therapeutic it is, since DC doesn't have an LD. But we've heard great things about all of them and wouldn't have applied to them if we didn't hold them in high esteem.

The best fit for DC learning-wise is probably GDS--DC likes diving deep in projects and is highly motivated that way. Culture-wise, probably Maret or Sidwell is the closest fit, but we feel like we'd fit in well at any of the schools. Among the schools to which DC was admitted, there's not an obvious perfect fit.

Is Field mostly for kids with LDs? Which school of the three will challenge DC the most academically?

I don't think you should go to any of these schools. You're still fixated on GDS, Maret and Sidwell, which aren't options for you at this time. In light of that, you're likely to be unhappy at any school and your child will know that. And, BTW, your mainsteam v. therapeutic dichotomy is false. My kids are at SFS and they have classmates and friends who have been diagnosed with learning disabilities.

[Anonymous]

St. Andrew of course.

[Anonymous]

If an athlete, Bullis or SAES