Single sex boys school v mixed co-ed school?

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During dinner last night, the conversation turned to whether boys do better at single sex secondary schools or co-ed. One vocal father (whose son attends a boys only school and who himself attended such a school) refused to entertain co-ed schools.

My DS is aged 5 and he attends a co-ed primary school. As he is an only child, i would prefer him to attend a co-ed school so he can engage with females too.

I had a brief look at various studies year ago which suggest boys do better at co ed schools and appear to have more of a success rate in relationships/ marriages as a result.

I would like my son to be able to communicate and relate to females and am fearful that boys only schools would isolate him from female company. If he had a sister, I doubt I would feel the same.

Your views would be welcome:)

Dear All,

I can’t believe it’s been 5 years since I posted my message! My DS is now 10 😀 and due to start secondary school in September 2019! How time flies...

At the beginning of this journey I was keen on a co-ed school. Having considered my son’s love of sports, his personality and other factors, we have opted for a boys only secondary school! I will ensure he keeps in contact with his current friends both male and female. I am delighted with our decision. It feels so right! 😀

I just scrolled through and then saw itvwas a zombie and had that sinking feeling but how great to see at the end an update 5 years on from the OP. I wish your son well at your/his chosen school. Do come back in another 5 years to let us know his gcse results.

Thanks, In my opinion it’s nice to have a conclusion albeit 5 years later! No intention of posting GCSE results 😂 I have always been grateful to those who took the time to reply and share their experiences to my original post.