Hi Zenn,
Thank you very much for sharing your thoughts.
Actually, I completely agree with you that our little ones are our total responsibilities. That it why, I have switched to part time work, working from home, so that I can raise my son. Particularly so, during his formative, pre-school years.
I know i am very lucky to be able to make this decision without any major sacrifices on my family. Bathing him, feeding him, cleaning him when he poops, etc, all the mundane things plus the precious moments when we talk and cuddle, I get a good glimpse of his emerging personality, and his potential.
And so, to answer your points in your post, I am wholly aware of the importance of matching my son's needs and potential to any school or classes. And yes, it is definitely important to monitor and check their progress and environment. However, I do believe in letting teachers also worked unhindered from excessive pressure from parents ( please, not at all suggesting that you are that sort!). I come from a family of teachers, ( not one myself
), and so I do know the other side of the fence.
My son will start his n1 this friday at another place, ( aim for ascension in 2010), and actually, while I breezily say bye to him when I drop him off with his teachers, you know, and I know, that I will be really peeking in at him from the observation window to see if he misses mommy or if he is comfy with his new teachers. His play group requires mummy or caregivers to attend, so this is a significant step for the little guy.
Thank you once again for your comments. Hope to learn more from you.
Cheers