To get annoyed at 'summer baby' used at school

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That is it.

Last time I looked children developed at their own pace and whether or not they were the youngest in the class wasn't really a factor.

I'm an August baby, I was the youngest in my school when I was in reception. But my reading/ writing was above some of my classmates who were older.

My brother on the other hand, again an August baby (August is an expensive month for us. My parents must have got really bored in the winter) is the complete opposite.

My dd (5) is on par for doing well she's a March baby. My friends kid is a week older and is just below Dd's reading level.

When did the whole children learn at their own pace get taken over by the 'my child is a summer baby so will struggle'

Am prepared for flaming

I agree, joan its a reason they may need more support, help etc but not an excuse not to try. At 9 she needs to be trying to keep up so when it does level out as they get older she has the knowledge to catch up/ overtake others.
My friend in secondary was a nov born in all the second divisions whereas as aug born i was in top, i would suggest a lot can be overcome with a lot of effort.