Nikki we involved Christian with the decision. He knew some of the other kids were quicker than him. He wasn't too concerned about his friends being in another grade because he would still see them in the playground, play with them after school etc, he was just in a different class. When we decided to have him repeat his brothers were really helpful as well pointing out things like he would already have an idea about anything they were doing in class so it would be easier for him and Matthew 13, told him he would be one of the smartest kids in the class. I think mostly it has a lot to do with boosting their confidence in class. One year not understanding or keeping up and the next just flourishing.