Originally Posted by AlexsMom
(I'm thinking specifically of the academic program we looked at at another school, where 4.5yos were in the "3yo" class, having been asked to repeat the year due to lack of material mastery, and the kids in the 4yo room were silently doing worksheets at their desks.)

Gosh that sounds awful - both the repeating and the silently! My DS preschool is considered very academic but DS would be more frustrated in a play based unless it was a gifted play based because he actually enjoys doing all the crafts and sheets and has more difficulties negotiating the social stuff since he wants more advanced imaginary play.


DeHe

Last edited by DeHe; 11/19/10 09:36 PM. Reason: Felt snarky