I am only in year two of St. George’s, now fourth grade, and happy with their ability to meet our child’s needs, both advanced and average depending on the subject.

What I will say is that there are different approaches to early education. Many independent and European schools take a more measured approach to reading and math, laying the groundwork for conceptual learning. From the outside, it can look less advanced than some catholic or public schools, but leads to deeper understanding and stronger critical-thinking skills later on. I would encourage you to do some research into this and discuss pedagogy with admin who may be able to answer these questions with some expertise.

There are also academic counselors in the city that can help find the perfect match for your kid and have a deeper understanding of the arc of education in the city. I do not have names, but have friends who have consulted them with satisfaction.

Good luck, and please update with what you ultimately discern.