Want the next school to be like Beauvoir -- is there one?
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Anonymous
This is what I'd recommend, with St. Pat's as a second option. NPS is exactly what you described, progressive, loving, sweet, child-centered, hand-on, exciting and not pressured. I don't think you can find these things in a K-12. |
Anonymous
If you are a Beauvoir family then there are plenty of opportunities provided to discuss this starting in 2nd grade. Did I say plenty: a formal conference, as many one on one meeting that you want or need with the outplacement director, as well as school visits and talking with other parents who you know are in these schools because you are talking to them inside the school or on the play ground. Not sure how throwing a wide net here, where many people are not even at B, will help. You will get a lot of rumor, etc... Unless this is a veiled attempt to slam a particular school publicly. Also, yes, we love Beauvoir too, but children do grow up and their learning needs do change. For example, an 18 year old high school senior may be able to integrate far more information of traditional art in Oaxacca, Mexico from reading about the origin of it, how it is practiced, and going to some art galleries, than a KDG child's typical exposure: painting a wooden object themselves in art class. My point is, experiential is grade, but children's minds do develop. If you want this type of learning until college, try Waldorf schooling. |
Anonymous
What about NCS upper school? |
Anonymous
There's a post on the "comparing St. Albans and NCS" thread that seems fair and balanced on NCS Upper School, it was in the last page or two. |
Anonymous
| I think St Pats, Sheridan, and Maret have similar vibes. |