Private schools or Public schools? It is very hard for us to decide.?

Question

My child is going to kindergarten this year. The public school in my area is good. But I am still thinking about sending her to a small private school and that 's mean that we have to spend about $ 8,000.00 for the school year. I understant that private schools or public schools all have their good & bad sides. Anyone who 's from private or public school, love it or hate it, please give us your experiences. Any ideas/informations would be very appreciated!

Answer 1

I went to private school all my life, and once I hit the "real world" and started making friends who went to public schools it truly amazed me how much they didn't learn. If I had to hire a high school kid for anything, I'd take a C-student from a private school over an A-student at a public school, unless the public school is exceptionally well-known for academics.

Answer 2

I wouldn't do the private school thing at that age. You will just be paying a lot of money for basically "prestige" alone. If you don't mind religion courses (which at a very young age don't really amount to much), I'd recommend that you put your child in a parochial school. The moral reinforcement is worth it, and the tuition is much much less than a private school.
Catholic schools are terrific. I'd recommend keeping a child in one until middle school or high school. At that point, I'd feel that my child would not be influenced by "bad" kids, but would remain true to his moral upbringing and educational background.
I know both Catholic schools and public. I taught in a public high school, and later I taught in a Catholic middle school (connected to an elementary school---I worked there with both groups). When I taught in a high school, I could easily see which kids had gone to religious schools: they were rather pleasantly reserved, confident, and polite.

Answer 3

I dont know really that much about private schools except what one of my friends have said. They said that they really liked it and all but she wanted to try a public school. She has'nt really said which ont she likes the best and all but as for my openion, i would send her to a private school untill about, say 6th grade and then let her decide if she wants to still continue with private school. It's good to wait until 6th grade either way because that's when options start opening up like for upcoming 7th graders like clubs, cheerleading, varsity and JR varsity sports, etc. I go to a public school and I hate it with a passion. There's more of a big deal for cliques as well as drugs, sleeping with anyone you know, and whoever's mom or dad works at the school so that makes them better and other stupid stuff. I havn't done any of that especially drugs and the people who do the drugs try to look down on you because you are actually better than them. Well anyways, I hope I could help. Good luck!!! ~*Bye*~

Answer 4

would have to say private from 5-11[prior to starting secondary school. in public school the class size is for me is to large in u.k 30+.the younger years are the most important and where the basis for understanding starts. a smaller class gives the child more attention less distraction and not so over whelming, i also think it makes for a safer environment i.e bullies.if it's not possible to afford primary school years then at least from years 5-8. i attended private school from 5-8 and i really believe it was the best option and i received a better education which helped me immensely i wouldn't have got the extra attention in a state school. your right there are some really good state schools and you have to take in to account if you then switch from private to public hoe she/he would cope that's why i think 5-8 is the better option as children make friends easily at that age and the transfer would be easier..you could always pay for a private home tutor to compliment public school in the areas you best feel would benefit your child and it's not that expensive and it's totally one on one so bear that in mind

Answer 5

When I attended the Indiana School For The Blind, there was only 180 students in the whole school, 10 or less per grade. We had a mandatory daily study hall after school with teachers in attendance if we had any questions. I travled all over the country competing in track, dance and cheer leading competitions. In the fourth grade, in music class we learned how to read sheet music, in the 5th grade we had a choice to take either piano or band lessons. I became proficient at the piano. The entire piano department gave two annual concerts at Christmas and at the end of the school year.

Answer 6

Hi there.

I grew up in the public school system and I hated it! In my school, a few students died due to gang related situations. Another one got his head smashed on the floor by the football players. Forgive me for being so blunt, but this really did happen in my school.

I am not sure if you're a christian, but there are a lot of great private/christian schools out there. I believe your child will be safer in that type of environment.

In addition, there are tuition assistance available to parents who want to send their children to private schools. A little research online can help. Plus, if you're interested in a particular private school, ask them about paying installments (specifically lower tuition payments per month).

I hope this helps.

Answer 7

I'd go private. The teachers may be very similar to public school, but the biggest difference is the class size. They are normally smaller. So what your paying for is more attention for your child in the classroom, and that is worth every penny spent!

Answer 8

What about a Charter School?

All 3 of our children are in Charter Schools. A much better education than at the Public Schools here. West Michigan

Answer 9

I personslly think you should take her to private. I'm in a private school, not bad at all! Why?
-Much safer
-No bullying
-You make friends for life
-no drugs
-Teachers care for the child better
-smaller classes(leads to good education, below)
-Better education.
If you can't let her go to private every year, then just do it for the first 3-5 years.
Good luck with your child ;-)

Answer 10

For private school - depends on if it is a parochial school or not.