The thing to remember is that we're all unique, and there probably are a tiny minority of people for whom this is an ideal path, so it's best not to judge until

The thing to remember is that we're all unique, and there probably are a tiny minority of people for whom this is an ideal path, so it's best not to judge until/unless we know the child & family personally. The fat part of the curve absolutely benefit from a varied and diverse childhood & adolescence ... although I'd argue we've [in the US] slowed formal education too far and there's ample room for a) faster academic education and b) a dedicated vocational trades track.