My son is starting as a 4th grader this year. We did no special prep over the summer in anticipation. Transition has been fine. Socially a little tricky as this is a Local Level IV, and almost the whole class is the same (one Level IV per grade), but academically, not a problem at all. He loves it.

Thank you that sounds very encouraging.

4th grade, not from a base school but from out of state.

My child loves it. It is the easiest transition we have had moving to a new school. The curriculum is challenging and engaging. The work load is full but not rigorous.

The kids seem to be warm, welcoming and inclusive, and the teachers foster a positive learning environment.

My child is one of those dreamers, loves talking about inventions, science theory and history, while still holding regular kid interests like Legos and video games. He has found many kindred spirits in his new class.

The best part about the program is that my child is now in a situation where he is learning to apply himself and actually put forth some effort to be competitive with other kids. Prior to this school year, that was not a skill he was able to learn at school and we were worried about what would happen when he moved to JH/HS and the curriculum became challenging. Now we are feeling reassured that he will pick up a strong work ethic in school.

It is a good program and transferring into it as a fourth grader was a positive experience for my child.

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Has anyone got into the AAP from 4th/5th grade and how did they cope? Was it huge adjustment from base school?