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[quote=Anonymous]I have had experiences in both schools. DC #1 went all the way through in private. DC # 2 decided to go to public starting in 7th grade and is currently in HS.

Differences we have seen:

1) Science and math instruction has been better in public than private. Private school teachers don't seem to have as good a background in math and science education.

2) Writing instruction was better in private. More focus on longer papers and better essay writing skills

3) whether you like private is really dependent on the kids that are in that class. Some classes are just better than others.

4) There were definitely kids in the private school that academically really did not cut it but go there because of family connections or alumni connections.

5) The level of really top students is much higher than at private, just because the pool is greater.

6) Same went for music and art, your peers will be really really good because the pool is greater.

7) Sports are harder to do in public. Only the truly good athletes get to compete. Private gives most kids a chance to be on a team

8) Teacher connections are harder in public, your kid has to be someone willing to speak up. It does teach kids more self reliance but not all ids are able to do that.

I can't say that private or public is better. each has worked for each individual kid. Looking back, I would not have spent the money on k-5 private. MS & HS was what really made the difference for our older child.

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