Is there a specific “type” of child that would benefit more from a Sudbury model school over a conventional school?
‘I wouldn’t say that there are particular types of kids that the school works for. I think that the kids make it work for themselves in different ways.’ Sudbury graduate. During the course of its 34-year history, Sudbury Valley has welcomed every ‘type’ of child – from the highly academic student to the traditional school ‘drop-out’. Students who are best suited for Sudbury type schools include: • Bright, highly motivated kids who want to surge ahead and challenge themselves. • Kids with unique learning styles who want to move at their own pace. • Kids who are ‘different’ in some way and want an atmosphere of tolerance and friendliness. • Social kids who want to be part of a democratic community — one person, one vote. • Little kids who are passionately engaged in exploring and creating. • High-energy, restless kids who want to be active. • Frustrated kids who are sick of schooling. • Shy, sensitive kids who want to pursue their own interests. • Self-directed kids who are ready for res
