I don't have an answer, but I would visit both schools and see.

OP here. Thanks for the input! We have already visit Potomac and Langley and hope to see the public school soon. Part of the problem is that DH and I went to public schools and deep down we both believe in the idea of a public school. But the class size is an issue that is making us think twice...

Another absolutely. We don't live in Fairfax, but live in an equally good public school district and chose private school for a multitude of reasons (smaller classes, more creativity in the curriculum, more recess, one-on-one attention, etc.). We would be THRILLED if our employers would pay for it. We strongly believe that private is worth the expense, not necessarily because the education is better, but because the experience is better.

Absolutely. My child is already in private school so I would love to have someone else pay for it.

Anonymous wrote:Probably not. I believe in public schools.

Agree

Sure, why not look at it? It's always better to have options, right?

Yes I absolutely would. I would love to send my kid to Potomac or Langley.

Can't speak to Fairfax but I'm in a great cluster in Montgomery County and we chose a small private school for elementary school. I'm thrilled with our decision, and it's completely worth the money.

However, it's worth the cash because this school is a great fit for my son, helping him take advantage of his strengths, and helping him work through his weaknesses.

If I were you, I'd visit and research all the schools your child could go to. See which one would likely be the best setting for your kid. That may be private. But it may also be your local public. It's great that you have a choice.


A great book on the subject is "The Good School" by Peg Tyre. It helps parents get a good education for their kids regardless of setting - public, private, charter, parochial, homeschooling - by discussing best practices and outcome based measures - and shows you where it matters to really advocate for your child.

I probably would, given class sizes of publics in the area.

World Bank?

Why would your employer pay for that? I've never heard of this kind of benefit...

sorry meant to write two instead of too.

Probably not those too schools, but yes, I'd consider it at least for some time.

Probably not. I believe in public schools.

...in Fairfax county, would you send your child to a private school (say, Potomac or Langley) if your employer covered most of the cost? Dh and I struggling with the public versus private choice.