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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP here. 
I haven't committed to living anywhere yet. So are you saying that DC public preschools aren't good?  I'm looking into the Gaulladet option-- that could be a huge blessing. Seems there are several excellent elementary school choices on the Hill. Am I wrong?

Thanks for suggesting using other forums for specific questions about schools and apt locations, will do!
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I think you would be more than fine with the Gaulladet option if that worked out.  Some of DC public preschools are really great - it's just really hard to get into them at the prek level especially if you have missed the lottery (which you have since it happens in early spring).  The waiting lists for the good public preschools in DC are very long.  And even if you hadn't missed the lottery, there are no guarantees that your child would get in next year even with having a sibling already at the school.  That's why people are urging you to reconsider DC.

If your child were to be found eligible as a child with special needs then there are some good charter school options in DC that wouldn't require a wait list.  However, based on what you said, your child may not have enough needs to qualify for early intervention (though may get 504 services at a later age).

It sounds like you have an adventurous spirit and I don't want to discourage you.  To embark on a single motherhood by choice shows a huge amount of bravery in my books.  I think figuring out the child care will be a big component for you.  [/quote]

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