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Every child is different. (Of course.)
I will say, as a teacher, that I've never seen a parent regret holding a child back a year. I've seen many regret sending them on when they weren't ready. In many cases, it becomes the difference between a child remaining at the top or bottom of his class.
It's been said, and it's very true, that boys mature differently than girls. Many of the skills that make you successful in school come later for boys. This includes many important social and emotional developmental skills.
If your pre-school teacher is suggesting he remain in pre-school, I'd give it serious thought. By keeping him there, he would be confident, knowledgable about classroom routines/procedures, and familiar with his teachers. He would be a leader in the class--and this would likely transfer to kindergarten with him.
Just food for thought!
Kate
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