It is always interesting how different people read things. I was looking at the writing from the perspective of discipline. In regard to socialization, I have always been in favor of my kids socializing in lots of public places, but outside of the public school system - avoids some of the bad habits that come from mixing with every sort of kid out there. Unfortunately parenting is very experimental, I will just have to wait and see if I made the right choices when I am sitting in your position and looking back.