<p>I need help! My d is considering an all girls boarding school for next September. She really loves the school (Emma Willard), but can't decide if she should leave her already great private day school. Anyone with experience with this? I'd love some advice!</p>
<p>Thanks!</p>
<p>Many of the private day schools are small and I think some kids are looking for a change or new challenge. I think it’s a great sign your d is curious – she has confidence in her ability and is looking for a new challenge.</p>
<p>Oh I have a friend who went to Emma Willard and she said it was amazing! I suggest she goes because it will give her good preparation for college/uni</p>
<p>As the parent of an Emma freshman, I can’t say enough good things about the school. However, without knowing your daughter’s situation, it’s hard to do more than simply advocate for how wonderful OUR daughter and WE think the school is. </p>
<p>Here are some things you might consider that may help you and your daughter make a decision based on what SHE and YOU want and need:</p>
<p>If she is considering Emma for September, something drove that idea. What was that something:
Was it a friend who attends?
A suggestion from mom or dad?
Dissatisfaction with her current situation?
Satisfaction in the short term but uncertainty about the coming years?
Pure whim?
Desire for an all-girls learning environment?
Something else altogether?</p>
<p>Discovering the answer to what drove the decision to consider Emma (or any other school) will go a long way to helping you make an informed choice. I am happy to answer questions about the school, but can’t help do much more than suggest introspection about your decision ;-)</p>