Child described as quietly confident

[Lardlizard]

What would you take this to mean?

I use this in reports as a compliment to describe a pleasant, self assured child who does not feel the need to be dramatic or attention seeking.

Thanks everyone for taking the time to reply to me
I’m glad I posted it as I feel much better now

My DD often gets described as quietly confident by her teachers and I have always taken it as a positive thing. She's not one for being the centre of attention but she's quite secure in herself and recognizes her strengths. It's not a bad thing to hear!

I do agree with others. It's a great compliment. If it was only one of them, it may have slight negativeness in it. But "quietly confident" does sounds like there is no negative meaning at all. Not loud or bossy, but can state their opinion in good manner. You have a great dc.

I use 'quietly confident' as a real positive- not a push over, believes in themselves and abilities but is not a 'show off'.

It’s a proper compliment with no sting in the tail.

Compare that with what my youngest used to get, which was more along the lines of:
‘Muta junior is very enthusiastic‘
‘Muta junior is always keen to share her experiences and opinions with others’.

Which are lovely teacherly euphemisms for ‘never stops talking’.