J.F.
Why are you looking into private school? I'm just curious. I'm also a military mom and I thought about private school and it's very expensive. My son goes to a great public school (Northern Shores Elem in Suffolk) and kindergarten there is a lot different then when I remember. He has homework every night, spelling tests, goes to library, art, gym, computers and music on different days of the week, etc. He couldn't read before school started and just about after 3 months there, now he can. Research your public school first before you spend the money. If you have any questions or anything, just ask :)