how much does the popularity of a school matters in the development of a child?

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how much does the popularity of a school matters in the development of a child?
my son is 3 yrs 4 months old.I wanted to send him to a nearby very popular boys school.But I didn't send him for two reasons-1)I want him to attend a co-educational school.2)The fee is too high of this popular school.The only reason for which I wanted him to send to this school was that affluent class children study there.I am new to the city so I have not much idea about the quality of studies imparted over there.As a student I attended a very good convent school of my native place.But that was a girls school only.So I know the drawbacks of studying in a pure girls or boys school.But at the same I feel guilty of not sending him to a popular school.it is not possible to change the schools again and again in our city.Population is too high and schools are too less.It is difficult to get admission.How can i let my son never develop the inferiority complex of not attending a popular school when he grows up.

Answer 1

I was never in the "popular crowd" at school. I had my own set of close friends that I hung out with at school and did not care if I was a popular student.

Answer 2

It will depend on the your child. Some children feel the need to be popular, others could care less. But the it is important to realize that your concern with your son popularity can have a negaitive affect on his development. If his is not popular, he may feel like he's let u down. If he is popular and u encourage it, when he get older u may find that peer pressure is hard for him to resist.

I think you should find a school that is good in academic, racially, and economicly balanced and that provides a loving, supportive environment that encourages development at the child's individual rate. And don't get so caught up in your child being popular. Teach him to be a leader not a follower.

Answer 3

My requirements for my children have been these:
1. Does the curriculum provide a healthy balance of fundamental skills training with application of those skills?
2. Does the school have a really good "advanced" program if your child is gifted? Does it have a really good resource program if your child needs more academic attention?
3. Do the children and instructors seem really happy with their environment? (You can tour the facilities during school hours by appointment).
4. Talk to parents of students attending the school you're interested in. Are they satisfied with the programs, staff, and operations?

These are good starting points for you. Remember, you know your child better than anyone. Just because a school is really popular doesn't necessarily mean it's the best fit for your son. Hope this helps - good luck.

Answer 4

there are plenty of people who never went to a what you call a popular school and they have turned out just good if not better then some of those who have