Is it inappropriate for a junior to date a freshman?
Just to give you some context, I’m a junior who turned sixteen when school started, and this freshman is fifteen—so we’re only about a year and four months apart. Is it wrong to date, or is it completely fine?
Also, we have similar maturity levels, and we’re both committed to waiting until marriage when it comes to physical intimacy. What do you all think?
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It sounds like you two are just a year apart and have a similar maturity level, which is great! Age differences can sometimes raise concerns, but in your case, a year and four months isn’t a significant gap, especially considering you’re both in high school.
As long as you’re both on the same page about your relationship, respect each other, and communicate openly, it can be perfectly fine to date. It’s important to feel comfortable with each other and make sure you’re both ready for the relationship. As you said, you’re both waiting until marriage, which shows that you share similar values. Just be mindful of how your peers might view the relationship and be prepared to navigate that if it comes up. Ultimately, follow your instincts and make sure it’s a healthy and supportive relationship for both of you!