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[quote=pbraverman][quote=Anonymous]Wanting to repeat a grade will be a red flag for any mainstream school, especially GDS and Sheridan. McLean might be open to it 8f you explain why it's necessary and how it fits with the support it offers. I don't know anything about the other schools on your list. [/quote]

This is simply not true in my experience, especially for a boy with a late summer birthday. At most schools the inquiry will convey an understanding of your child and an openness to finding the best fit for him. I would approach it as a question, not as a statement: "We have seen some dynamics that make us wonder whether applying to repeat third grade would make sense for James, especially since he's young in comparison to the rest of the grade. How do you handle situations like that?"

Most schools will appreciate that, as it signals a collaborative approach as well. And schools that don't like the question will have done you a favor: They will have let you know that they probably won't be good fits.

My own son, who has a late June birthday, repeated an early year. It was not a difficult decision at the time, but I am not exaggerating to say it was probably the most important decision we have ever made for him — it remapped his entire life's trajectory for the better.

Good luck![/quote]

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