<p>Well, if you think about it this way, top students under the A-level syllabus are pretty much proven to be successful in US college apps. Whether your son develops holistically or otherwise is wholly up to him. I’ll say that there is no dearth in opportunities to shine (quite the contrary, actually) in RI, or in any of the other top schools in my opinion. Anything from debates(world renowned team), student council, science olympiads or even music and dance can be a part of your sons life, if he so chooses. Its also interesting to note that almost everyone who graduated from RJC(that I personally know) went out with a pretty nice portfolio of achievements. The school really tries to push each person to go as far as possible. Pretty much everyone graduates with some form of achievement or leadership position on record. Well, given that the school is in your neighborhood, I think the choice is clear? =)</p>
<p>Clearly I am a little biased but thats my 2c!</p>