How about this: Take a step bac, address their concerns first before trying to argue with them that their idea of only applying to the best schools is wrong. Maybe they’re concerned that you’re just trying to run away from them so that you’re applying to whichever boarding school that you can get into? Maybe they think the local school’s quality is pretty good that going to a 2nd rate boarding school is a worse option than going to the local school for you? Then pick one additional boarding school that you really want to apply and lay out why that school is the best fit for you - maybe they have the best sports team that you’re good at, or the best academic program you’re good at, and then lay out why you think the chance of you get into that school is also the best. Maybe that would work a bit better for you? Good luck!
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