I totally get your point. I tend to do that too, but some of the things I hear about the other schools around here make me think hmmmmmm, surely it can't be like that otherwise why would they still have kids going there.
i guess people don't think they have a lot of choice
and some people can overlook it (or don't have the time or mental energy to fight it)
some people don't see education as a priority - unfortunately it's seen as something they send their kids to cos they have no choice

i am hoping DD doesn't have learning issues as DH does - she is a smart cookie - but seems more interested in hands on learning than drawing/reading/writing type play at the moment. she also has visual issues already, which we know may cause issues. i guess i don't want her to be lost by just skimming by in school - if she has issues, i want confidence it will be noticed. if she has strengths and wants to engage in extra curriculars related to those strengths, i want that opportunity for her too kwim?