<p>I was wondering if anyone has any input on all girl schools?
Because I'm going to be applying late to boarding school, and at the moment it looks like the only chance I'm going to get is in an all girls school. I'm not to fond of being in a school with all girls, it just sounds crazy to me. But I guess I could handle it, although I would prefer boys to be there. Also, I'm not trying to be mean or anything but do alot of lesbians go to all girls schools? Once again I am not trying to offend anyone, I am just curious.</p>
<p>But any info on all girl schools would be great.
Thanks. :D</p>
<p>I go to an all girls school. I like it just fine...not having boys here really doesn't matter, and everyone is so much more relaxed and talkative in class than the kids I went to public school with. I feel so much more comfortable talking in class than I ever did before...I actually say stuff and don't just sit in the back of the class hiding. You also don't have to worry about what you look like...I'm quite happy to roll out of bed in the morning and throw on whatever's at the top of my drawers. There's no need to waste time putting on makeup and getting all pretty, cause who's going to see you anyways? I'll take however much extra sleep I can get. Yeah, there are lesbians at all girls schools. There are lesbians at coed schools, too. It doesn't matter.</p>
<p>usually all-girls schools have brother schools, whose all-male student population would provide the testrone for dances, crushes etc.</p>
<p>Personally I dint thinkan all girls school is for me.... I read something in some school's yearbook that the average # of pumps owned by a student was 9.2. I don't even own 9 pairs of shoes. That kinda turned me off.
But it works for others. So, Go for it...girl!</p>
<p>I go to an all girls school, it's definitely a unique experience and it has its pros and cons but in general I think its a good experience. (Although mine is a day all girls prep school, not boarding)</p>
<p>Most of what arky said is really true. Like you never have to worry about what you're wearing, and everyone is much more open about things. Being comfortable talking in class is a big plus, because you never have to worry about impressing anyone so everyone is much more involved than they might've been with boys around. It's also nice in some ways not to ahve to worry about quite as much boy drama during school. (although there still are like dances and chances to meet boys, so it's not like you're a total social outcast, you still know some boys). There are also just more leadership positions (or just opportunities) available, because despite how much we try to avoid it, at coed schools oftentimes there are stereotyped "male" things.</p>
<p>However, on the con side, being at an all girls school can make for a MUCH more tense and competitive atmosphere. I know it's a stereotype, but from my experience at coed vs all girls schools it's true that boys have a more of a tendency to make jokes out of grades and stuff and take things more lightly. Whereas at my school, the hugest deal is made out of the tiniest things. Asking about grades is a nightmare, and college discussion? Don't even get me started on that. Also, it's a lot harder to have just plain guy-friends. I mean, I have a few, but my number of girl-friends is WAY more than my number of guy-friends, and sometimes it's awkward to try to arrange just chill things.</p>
<p>But like, for all the negative things I may say about it, I think all girls schools are a really great opportunity. I wouldn't recommend going for too much time (6 years is too much I tell you!) but I think it has some really valuable opportunities in it, in just the comfortableness of the classroom and even learning how to deal with people. I don't know, it has to be a personal choice, but if you're only hesitant about it because of losing boys and the idea of lesbians I would definitely say go for it. Because honestly there are still plenty of opportunities to have guyfriends/boyfriends/hookups and go to dances, and it's not like everyone is a lesbian, I mean of course there are some, but it's not too much more pronounced than at any other high school i Know. </p>
<p>Anyways, if you want to ask me any more questions, feel free to write them here or PM me or anything!</p>
<p>oh, just to add on in response to dazzlezzz, I don't think that's necessarily true. I mean, sure there are girls who own lots of schoes, but i mean, that comes with going to a prep school where there are going to be wealthy kids.</p>
<p>I think you might even find a wider range of girls at an all girls school than a coed school, because there are just more roles for girls to fill. You don't have to "be pretty" all the time, you can be sporty, or geeky, or a drama kid, or just yourself! I'm not saying you can't do this at coed school (because face it, I'm applying to coed schools now, and I wouldn't be if i didn't think they had equally good, but different, opportunities as an all-girls) but I'm saying it's definitely a big part of singlesex schools.</p>
<p>Of course t's not always true!
Jinkies, that's not what I meant, I'm sorry.
But, I was just stating the reason I didn't like single sex schools, I agree with you fadedskyline, I shoulsn't have said anything.
sorry. :(</p>
<p>There is a LOT of research that shows the huge benefits of single gender education. So much so that even some public schools are having single gender classrooms in their co-ed public schools and they have seen a dramatic increase in the standardized test scores. Overall boys scores go up more than girls, the benefits for girls seems to be more in the way of increase thier comfort level in class (as mentioned) and their interest in "traditionally boys" subjects - math and science (this goes for boys too being more interested in "girl" things).<br>
I know quite a few girls who had completely ruled out all-gilrs until they visited. </p>
<p>fadeskyline - the competitvness you speak of will happen anywhere, just as the shoes. Right now my son is at a co-ed jr prep day (with some boarding) school and they are a small, close, supportive class. BUT...he learned not to tell anyone first what he got on the SSAT's as almost no one would then tell him what they got since he did really well. </p>
<p>If I can find the link with the research I'll post it.</p>
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<p>It depends on your school and how often they go to stuff. There's generally at least one or two dances a month at one of the single sex schools and then it just depends on whether or not your school is going to it. Some will also offer trips to like go to an all guys school for one of their football games and there's events other than dances held...personally, I don't find dances a good place to meet guys. It's kind of awkward.</p>
<p>I went to an all girls school my whole life. You could ask me anything, but since I live in another country, I'm not sure if I will be entirely helpful. :) Haha</p>
<p>Our class doesn't have much interaction with guys in grades 7 and below. There are usually around 5 events within a year to interact with boys (for grades 8 and up), and that's optional. Lol. As long as you have 'connections' (i.e. friends, brothers, etc) with other all boys school, you'll be fine.</p>
<p>There are maybe 2 lesbians in my class, and that's just rumors. So really, you have nothing to worry about. Oh, and I go to a day school if that makes a difference.</p>
<p>We do get really comfortable speaking up in class, because no topic is taboo. There are just some stuff girls wouldn't feel comfortable saying in front of boys, and being in an all girls environment gives us confidence to speak up. </p>
<p>I spent 10 years in this school, and I'm actually quite happy with the people. Now if only they start improving the academics in high school, and the athletics... lol :)</p>
<p>the other day we were talking about burning bras in french, that would never happen at a coed</p>
<p>girls schools are the best and next year if I end up leaving I will be very sad to go. There is no experience like going to a girl's school and I highly recommend it to anyone that wants to experience what it's like to hear the opinions of those who would otherwise not voice their ideas as intensely</p>
<p>I agree with roses&clovers. I go to a girls school right now and I love it. You can talk about the craziest things in class and the atmosphere is really great.</p>
<p>you know you go to a girl's school when:
1) everyone has their period on the same day
2) your friend makes the statement "I am friends with 4 boys and 2 of them are my cousins" and you don't think it's rediculous
3) it's a big deal when someone steals someone else's boyfriend because they don't know another one to go to semi with
4) the most popular girl in the grade is the debate team captain
5) the teacher's trust you not to cheat
6) you're in the minority if you don't do a sport at least 1 season</p>