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In all seriousness my frustration comes about because of the fundamental dishonesty of the concept.
If there was a genuine push for tailored education (academic / practical / musical / etc.) then I would be more sympathetic. But that's not how it comes across.
It seems to be a desire for better education (which is fine), but premised on the assumption that "my child" is superior and should be nurtured to an extend in excess of the general standard of education.
From a philosophical / gut feel I like the idea of people having access to more tailored education. But that would have to be hand in hand with an equitable distribution of funding. Which is never proposed.
From a purely practical POV all the evidence that is put forward seems to debunk their use. Plus if your child really is exceptionally talented then most private schools give bursaries and scholarships so you don't need a grammar school.
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That was in 1976. And there weren't many Hugos at that school. I think you might be looking down the wrong end of the telescope.