Is repeating a year of school really the best solution for struggling students?

Join us as we unpack the research, share personal stories, and discuss why alternatives like tailored teaching/differentiation, extra support, and starting school at the right age may yield better outcomes for your child.

Whether you’re grappling with this decision or curious about educational trends, this episode offers valuable insights to guide you.

In this episode:
Pros/cons of grade retention
Differences in learning (heterogeneity)
Delaying the start of formal education (redshirting)
Competency & self-esteem
Global trends in repeating a school year
Effectiveness of grade retention: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Social consequences
Alternatives to retention
Practical advice for parents with struggling students

Related Links:
Starting School Activity Book
The Big Debate: Should you Delay your Child’s Start in School?

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Is repeating a year of school really the best solution for struggling students?
Join us as we unpack the research, share personal stories, and discuss why alternatives like tailored teaching/differentiation, extra support, and starting school at the right age may yield better outcomes for your child.
Whether you’re grappling with this decision or curious about educational trends, this episode offers valuable insights to guide you.
In this episode:
<ul>
<li>Pros/cons of grade retention</li>
<li>Differences in learning (heterogeneity)</li>
<li>Delaying the start of formal education (redshirting)</li>
<li>Competency &amp; self-esteem</li>
<li>Global trends in repeating a school year</li>
<li><a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1747938X21000245#:~:text=In%20sum%2C%20these%20meta%2Danalyses,run%20(Driessen%2C%202020).">Effectiveness of grade retention: A systematic review and meta-analysis</a></li>
<li>Social consequences</li>
<li>Alternatives to retention</li>
<li>Practical advice for parents with struggling students</li>
</ul>
Related Links:
<ul>
<li dir="ltr"><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/shop/product/starting-school-activity-book">Starting School Activity Book</a></li>
<li dir="ltr"><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/articles/the-big-debate-should-you-delay-your-childs-start-in-school"></a><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/articles/the-big-debate-should-you-delay-your-childs-start-in-school">The Big Debate: Should you Delay your Child’s Start in School?</a></li>
</ul>
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#1130 - Should Your Child Repeat a Year?

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