Anonymous wrote:Go ahead and flame me, but I'm on the fence about public/private as we are in a good Moco district, but our kid is shy and withdraws in large groups. Developmentally fine (of course we think she's brilliant, but we'll see). We really can't afford the Big 3, but probably won't qualify for aid. We can probably do max about $22k/year without being wildly irresponsible. We're looking for K right now.
I am aware of Primary Day, Stone Ridge, and the local parish parochial schools, but wanted to make sure I'm not missing anything.
We're in close-in Bethesda, so open to Bethesda, NWDC, etc.
Our ideal fantasy schools would be very warm and nurturing socially, not too big, and challenging academically.
TIA
Primary Day and Concord Hill end in 2nd and 3rd grades. Most of the kids continue in private. While this might give you time to help your daughter come out of your shell, consider how she might feel is she can't continue on with her friends.