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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]This can depend a lot on what your k-8 is like in 7th and 8th. I’ve seen plenty of posts on this board from parents lamenting the early exit rate from their k-8 that makes it seem like the upper grades are a shell of the lower grades. If that’s the case, getting out early would be good.

Our k-8 was excellent in 7th and 8th, and built in a lot of support for the 8th graders and their parents for the HS application process. All 8th graders had their first quarter elective slot used for a “class” run by the division head that included discussion of the process, interview practice, time to work on application questions, SSAT practice, and visits by admissions staff from many of the area HS of all kinds. There were also group and individual meetings for parents.

Apply to private HS is no joke — it takes a lot of time and effort from everybody. How your school supports that process can make a big difference. [/quote]

I second this. Our K8 middle school experience was outstanding. The class sizes actually increased for middle school. The outplacement support for high school was also excellent. If you are happy at your current school, it might be worth waiting. [/quote]

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