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[quote=Anonymous]I have a March birthday 4th grader who just turned 11. We had him do an extra year of pre-k because of language delays and anxiety. I have never regretted it, and honestly the only classmate who has ever mentioned it is a kid who had to repeat kindergarten (and apparently has a chip on his shoulder about it).

However, I am hesitant to say holding back is the right solution when it sounds like what is really happening is that he just isn't getting the supports he needs and deserves. I don't think another year in the same school who is whittling away at his IEP makes sense. Also, there is nothing about him that you say that makes me think he will magically have more success with younger kids. It sounds like you son is struggling, but there are other choices.

Personally, I would start with a private eval and find out exactly what his needs are and what kind of supports he is eligible for. Get an advocate. Go back to the school and see if you can improve his IEP. Maybe the psychologist will recommend holding him back. If so, fine. If not, see what else they recommend and try to get the school to provide it.

Simultaneously, I would research private schools to see if one might be a better fit. I would be honest about his needs and see what they have to offer. Maybe holding him back work be helpful, maybe not. But don't expect that one act to fix all of his struggles.

Finally, you could also try a social skills group. Something that would help him self regulate better, and perhaps have more social success. It could also be an outlet for him to meet new kids.

I do not live in DC so I cannot recommend any specific providers, but if you post on the Special Needs board here they will help you.

Good luck OP![/quote]

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