When he finished SK,he's academic skill was same as public school G2(his teacher told us).but we wanted him to learn more social and leadership skills,so we put him in a normal PS from G1.Now he is in G3,always the No.1 in class and is the class leader.He feels very confident now and just taking test for gifted programs. If he is smart enough,he can pass the test I think,then let him take advantage in the gifted program.It's the best way that we both think for our son.Private school is good for the young kids,to let them to learn some good learning habits.