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[quote=Anonymous]I like the idea of letting the child attend K this year. If he seems at a disadvantage, have him repeat at a private school the following year. That being said, I do not know your child. My husband (an August birthday), my son (a late July birthday...currently a senior in high school), and I (a December birthday...I started K at age 4) all attended school on time as some of the youngest in our classes. This worked for us. My nephew (a late June birthday...currently in middle school) was redshirted for a year due to his emotional immaturity and it was the best thing that could have happened to him. In my son's case, there were two other boys who born the same week in his preschool class. The teacher suggested they be redshirted. In our case, she suggested that our child start school on time. I think that it really depends on the kid. Is your child mature enough to spend a full day at school. Does he want to learn, can he control his feelings? If so, send him. If you take the birthday out of the equation, do you think that your child will be successful (I am not talking about grades) in K next year? Do you think they will be happy there? These are the questions that I would consider. I know that this seems like a huge decision now, but someday you will look back and realize that it  all works out. Worse case, you end up having your child repeat K at a private for one year. Either decision will have pros and cons and you and your spouse have to come to an agreement together. Just remember that you both have your child's best interests at heart, and are both trying to set your kid up for success. Best of luck![/quote]

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