Comments on: Do I REALLY Want to Redshirt My Kindergartener?

By: Calvin

Calvin — Sun, 10 Dec 2017 19:47:20 +0000

Wasn’t familiar with the term, but yeah I think I was a late kindergartner.

By: Yashy

Yashy — Sun, 27 Aug 2017 21:31:42 +0000

In reply to Cynthia. Oh gosh... we have one going to Grade 1 and didn't even think of her adjusting! *gulp*

By: Cynthia

Cynthia — Sun, 27 Aug 2017 19:31:26 +0000

First take a deep breathe then trust your gut because you know your own child best. Each child is different on how they handle different situations as well. New routines etc will help. There is a big difference between JK and SK kids in terms of social stuff but he will be a young JK going in without preschool training wheels. There is nothing wrong with having him attend a preschool etc first then see how he does. There are many programs in the city that help get kids school ready. My daughter just finished Grade 1 and I would say the jump to Grade 1 is the hardest. Good luck!

By: Laurel

Laurel — Sat, 26 Aug 2017 01:21:08 +0000

Really tough decision. I feel you. I’m no expert (by any means), but I do kind of agree with your try and see method. Sometimes our kids surprise us and jump right in. And sometimes it doesn’t work and like you said, you can always pull him out and try again next year. Good luck with whatever you decide to do.