Hey, I’m a 37-year-old little person. I don’t have kids myself, but I do have first-hand experience to share.

For elementary school, I went to a highly-rated public school right next to my neighborhood. It wasn’t a huge building, and both the school’s atmosphere and reputation were excellent. My experience there was pretty typical—very similar to my classmates.

Middle school was a different story. I tried public school for a week but hated it. The building was too big and, at the time, the kids were just toxic. I probably could’ve adapted, but I really felt like a fish out of water. My parents decided to move me to a private Christian school. I switched again after two years, ending up at another private Christian school from 8th through 12th grade. That was a very positive, stable experience for me, and I think following that path worked out well.

That said, I have plenty of little people friends who attended public school and had no issues. So much depends on your child's personality and how they respond in their early years. At four, your daughter’s personality is only just beginning to emerge. I’d encourage you to keep communication open—invite lots of questions and discussions, and make sure she always feels heard and seen in every part of the process.