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[quote=Anonymous]OP,  I don't think that making decisions based on how it was when you were that age or on anyone else's dated experiences would be sound.  The schools, especially the rigorous privates, have trended very differently since those good old days.  The thing that will affect her school experience is whether she will be in range with her class, socially and academically.  I am not saying this to be mean but your academic description of your daughter sounds like many of the kids my DC has been friends with since K.  The kids at these schools are very bright as a norm.  I've seen or heard of very few stars.  Most of them won't have a clue how bright they are until they head off for college.  My guess is that the school is recommending the best fit but may be offering the option of 1st as you have probably shown your concern.   And what you haven't had a chance to see yet, truly academically oriented kids don't get bored.  They have every resource between their teachers, libraries and the web, to learn anything they want.  The best schools are teaching the kids how to independently learn, critically analyze and assess their sources.  I'm not saying that suits every kid but if yours if already picking up so much, it doesn't sound like you need to worry.     [/quote]

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