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[quote=Anonymous]If you know you are going to turn down the school, then why apply?  Or, perhaps you have already applied and you are discovering the school isn't for you.  In that case, you might want to consider withdrawing your application.  It saves the school some unnecessary work in evaluating your child and it opens up a spot for a family that does want a spot.

If you feel the need to give a reason, just can say you don't believe it is a good fit for your child (or family) at this time.  Or, if it is after acceptance letters have been sent out, you can say that you found a better fit for your child.

You don't want to burn any bridges - you never know what the future brings and whether you might later find that school is a good choice for your family.  (This might be an excuse for not withdrawing an already submitted application).

I agree with others RE Admissions Officer - once you are in the school, you will never interact with them again.  And, they are not always a good representative of the school experience (which is unfortunate - as it would be nice if the school found someone who better represented the school).  In our case - we love the admissions folks and are disappointed we don't get to interact with them more!

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