The practice of separating students based on their academic abilities has been adopted by some schools to cater to the needs of advanced learners. While this approach allows gifted students to engage with more challenging materials, it has sparked debate about whether the benefits of such segregation outweigh the potential drawbacks. Although there are clear advantages to placing advanced students in separate classes, the potential disadvantages, particularly in terms of social development and equality, are significant and warrant careful consideration. In the following paragraphs, the benefits and drawbacks of this practice will be discussed, with an emphasis on why the disadvantages may outweigh the advantages.