dh wants to move dd from local school (reception) to school in nearby village

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dd started reception in sept. she is doing very well - reads well beyond her age etc. However, dh feels that school does not do enough to 'stretch' her and final straw was rather sarcastic comments in reading book by teacher last night (teacher generally highly thought of but not really receptive to suggestions). the current school is good but the alternative is outstanding (one of best schools in country etc etc). it also helps that she knows almost all of the children in reception at the other school so she won't be starting from scratch. I am OK with the decision. Are we being silly to move her? Should we move her ASAP or should we wait until Sept?

I don't know whether you are being silly to move her or not, but if that is your decision, i would do it now rather than later - places might get taken up.
Do you know that there would be a place for her in the other school?

yes only 8 children in reception at moment but full for next year

I think it depends what you want out of early education. I want my DCs to be happy while learning the basics. Not so bothered about 'stretching' age 5. Also it is important to me that my DCs go to school with the children in the village they live in and not to have to be constantly in a car for school runs and playdates, etc. An 'outstanding' school might not be the best one for every child.

I would wait until you and DH are sure that a move is the right thing for your DD. If you are sure then you might as well do it ASAP, so she can settle into new class at as early a stage as possible before friendship groups get more fixed (My DS moved schools in reception and it took him a while to find his feet with children who had been together since toddler group).

They don't need stretching in Reception! What sort of 'sarcastic comments?"