Should My Gifted Child Skip a Grade?

Every parent wants to do what’s best for their child—especially when that child seems ahead of the curve. But in a classical education, growth isn’t about racing forward; it’s about steady formation and broad mastery. In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, the panel discusses when a gifted child should skip a grade and why every stage of learning matters. They explore how to challenge bright students without rushing the basics, how maturity shapes readiness, and why true education values depth over speed. This is a thoughtful conversation for parents seeking wisdom, not hurry, in their child’s learning journey.

 

What We're Reading from This Episode: 

"The Ghost Keeper" Natalie Morrill (Tanya)

"Christian Paideia (Vol. I)" Brian Welter (Martin)

"Frankenstein" Wollstonecraft Shelley (Marcie)

"Anne of Green Gables" L.M. Montgomery (Marcie)

"The Good, the bad, and the Beautiful" Joseph Pearce (Marcie)