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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I have two kids at McLean.  For one kid, it's a perfect fit.  They just needed a smaller learning environment and a little individualized instruction to get the boost they needed and build confidence.  My other kid has a mild learning disability and needs more support, one on one and a bit more structure.  In the beginning grades of middle school (5th and 6th), it's great.  But, by 7th and 8th, there really is no support or strategies.  It's almost like the rug is pulled from under kids who still need some support.  I also believe the new head is trying to get away from McLean being a school that helps kids with mild to moderate learning differences to really a mainstream school with smaller classes.  The middle school learning specialist is pretty worthless, basically a conduit for outside tutors and support, which makes you wonder why your child is at McLean if you need outside tutors on top of the $37K price tag.  So, visit and ask a lot of questions before you sign the contract.[/quote]

So you're saying it's better for kids with less significant needs. We know kids at other schools that are just as expensive who have to hire outside tutors. Nothing unique to McLean. [/quote]

Right, except McLean claims to support "non-traditional" learners, but doesn't have any "non-traditional" strategies.[/quote]
True! McLean had math, reading, speech, OT and other specialists.   Many kids still either bring in or go to additional outside support.  Reading specialist told one parent she would only help w one part of reading and not another.   Things you aren't told before you arrive![/quote]

We were told by a consultant that kids with more significant needs should consider Lab, Siena, or Commonwealth. What were you told?[/quote]

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