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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My daughter has an early November birthday and is in her right grade.  But she is one of the oldest in her class and she is developing physically (in 3rd grade).  If she were in 4th grade, it would be less of a big deal.  If we moved to New York, many of the schools' cut-offs are December 1 or 31 and she would be in 4th grade legitimally.  I never considered pushing her ahead in NoVA.  But sometimes I wish she was among the youngest rather than the oldest.  [/quote]

Perhaps in her case, but there are other issues to consider as well as growth--fine-motor skills, ability to sustain focus, social skills, self-confidence in new situations, etc. Sometimes the choice is tough, but in general, those extra months of developmental maturity are an asset.[/quote]

PP here with developing 3rd grade daughter.  I agree that all of the other factors are equally as important.  My daughter reached her fine motor skills early and has always had self-confidence and great social skills.  Like I said, I never considered pushing my November birthday girl ahead but I actually feel that she belongs in 4th grade rather than 3rd based on her academics, social skills, and developing body.  I made this comment because I wanted to counteract the idea that it alwlays wrong to send child on time (with August or Sept. birthdays).  I don't agree that it is always the case.  You have to know your child and be honest with yourself about his/her capabilities and skills compared to his/her peers. 
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