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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Our son is in kindergarten at an immersion program and is having a rocky adjustment. He hates going to school and cries at times during the class. He also asks every morning to not have to go to school because he really dislikes the immersion. We have talked to the teacher who is trying different strategies to help him but I am wondering how long to expect this might go on. Did anyone pull their child out of their immersion program who could share their experience? I know it can take some time but its hard to watch him so unhappy every day.[/quote]

Sorry to hear that, OP.

I've seen many kids entering bilingual K succeed and thrive after just a few weeks; for some it takes a bit more. I've never seen anyone pull their kid out just because of the language aspect itself. Perhaps something else is going on? Does your son have some friends there already -- perhaps you can organize some playdates? Perhaps he's not used to the structure, and just needs some time to adapt? [/quote]

+1 I'm the PP up thread who suggested that you look beyond immersion for a cause. It be linked to something seemingly innocuous like anxiety about how the school handles the bathroom break or lunchtime. Does your son feel safe and taken care of at school? These are the things I would be trying to suss out. I would also ask him how he feels when Spanish is being spoken in class (try not to lead him too much...but find out if he feels frustrated, angry, scared, confused, anxious, bored, etc.). Also, does he feel like he has friends in his class? Who is he playing with during recess? If it were me I would absolutely go there at recess time and observe (hopefully without him seeing). It's worth a couple of personal hours. Good luck.  [/quote]

+1 OP, our immersion school has an experienced counselor who's really helpful with talking to kids, parents, and teachers. I would consider starting there. Good luck. [/quote]

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