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[quote=Anonymous]I know Nysmith well. And I know FCPS well. In fact, I’ve taught programs at both as well as several private schools in the past and have worked with students from both. Truthfully, there is nothing more gifted in Nysmith kids or any other private school than AAP kids at FCPS.

I’m sure they are kids with very high IQs in either place. The difference is, the private schools come with a much higher price tag. My own child has a top 1% IQ and is thriving in AAP.

I will, however, comment that I found kids in public school AAP WAY better behaved vs private. The private school kids were often very disrespectful of authority because they don’t get disciplined enough due to parents easily being able to talk their way out of things. And frankly, the schools don’t want to lose their rich kids so they get away with much more.

I’m sure there are pros and cons to both. I would say give AAP a shot. If it’s not working out, move. Also I do know that they send higher levels kids to upper grades if needed. For example, sending 5th grade math wizards to 6th grade for math etc. So there are opportunities to get what they need.

The AAP kids, on the other hand, are much nicer, bully less, and more respectful.

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