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Any advice for readiness for college for a kid that skipped a grade?

My daughter skipped the 4th grade and seems to fit in well with her older classmates. However, I wonder if college will be too much too soon for her. She is very motivated, but still seems immature at times.

Question applies to ages: 14

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avatarJulie.Spencer
# of Thumbs Up Received (4)		 My daughter skipped ahead at eighth grade, so I can relate. She is 16 now and very motivated as well. Perhaps the summer after she graduates you could have her attend a class at a local community college before sending her off to school. This will give her a feel for college life without sending her too far off into the big bad world. When the time comes for her to go off to live in a dorm or something, try to locate a dorm that is single-gender and non-smoking. She is slightly less likely to get into a crowd of friends who are involved in activities that are way above her age level. Good luck!
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avatarLizInHolt
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Top 5 in: Career Training, Choosing College, Depression and Mental Health, Discipline, Families and Relationships, Health and Wellness, Home Learning and Field Trips, Learning Disabilities and Special Needs, Learning Styles, Manners and Values, Parenting Support, Parents and Schools, Safety, School Policy and Education Issues, Setting Goals and Getting Motivated, Study Skills and Academics, Transitions and Readiness, Students' Civil RightsTop 5 in 18 Topics		 That's terrific that she's so motivated! A lot of kids who haven't skipped a grade are immature at times, too, so I wouldn't worry too much about it. When she's a Senior, you'll be better able to judge whether she might possibly have some problems. But you know, all college Freshmen have to adjust to being in classes with a lot of different types of kids plus they won't all be the exact same age, either, so I don't think your daughter's age will make her stand out or be considered so young. If she's motivated, I'm guessing she'll do just fine
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