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[quote=Anonymous][quote=donewithchicago][quote=Anonymous]This is really short sighted in Fairfax County. Pre-school is 2 years. FCPS is 13, and in many cases can provide a better education than privates. And different parts of the county have very different vibes, and parents with very different priorities. You really don't want to limit yourself to schools and neighborhoods. that are a bad fit in your quest for the perfect preschool experience.  There are lots of high quality preschools, and you can find one in any area affluent  enough to have really good schools.

So, start with your housing budget and tell us what you want out of your child's ES/MS/HS experience.  The absolute best academics, with a push for AAP admittance and culminating in TJ? A more well rounded community experience (but still strong schools)?  Would you be comfortable in a neighborhood where social status is very important, and all the moms SAH, live in 2 million dollar houses and wear full makeup to daily yoga?  Or are you a professional, who want to be around other dual professional families?  Do you really want urban and walkable?  Or a more suburban feel with sidewalks and traditional neighborhoods?  Even if location doesn't matter, the answer to these questions do. [/quote]

What is TJ?

And this is a lot to mull over. Perhaps I should start with neighborhood and go from there? If I start with neighborhood can I be confident that I'll find good schools nearby?[/quote]

OP, the above PP gave you very good advice.  The FCPS schools are outstanding but you will have to aim for the high school pyramid you want which means knowing what neighborhood to buy or rent in.  The preschools are really a secondary consideration.[/quote]

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