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[quote=Anonymous]I'm redshirting my August boy. He tested 98% WISPI, but has some anxiety issues. Maturity wise there is a world of difference between him and peers 6 months older. Quite simply his personality is much better suited to being the oldest in the class vs the youngest.

We considered our decision very carefully. I visited multiple elementary schools and read a lot of the research (most of which wasn't helpful).  I'd recommend you call your elementary and ask what % of kids were age 6 when K started. Visit your school and see the kids yourself. 
I discovered that only 4 kids in 6 classrooms were redshirted at our K. However, Rockville and Bethesda schools told me it was "quite common" and that 30% were redshirted. One administrator privately urged me as soon as she heard I had a boy and he was a summer birthday. Another said that the schools are starting to push back and actively discouraged it.

In your case, if you think he's ready I would send him. 
But if you are truly concerned you could call/visit your school.

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