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How do we feel that private school kids fill Russell Group Unis?.... Controversial alert. 143 05/07/09 01:03
applying for jobs in a faith school when you don't follow any religion 16 05/07/09 00:07
Was I wrong to have spoken to DS1's teacher.... warning - long and rambling! 19 04/07/09 23:18
How much does your after school club charge? 9 04/07/09 23:03
Have to wait another one year for my ds to go for reception.Please help!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 25 04/07/09 22:17
Entry into Kings College or Colet Court, St Pauls 38 04/07/09 18:40
very important thing you can do to protect your family 1 04/07/09 16:36
5 yearly competence checks for teachers - good idea? 50 04/07/09 15:53
What happens if you are not of a particular faith but you are out of catchment for non faith schools? 7 04/07/09 15:41
I want to find letter tracing worksheets online 7 04/07/09 08:29
Why is it OK to say "I'm rubbish at maths" when... 110 04/07/09 07:29
School's Out 12 03/07/09 23:08
composite classes 9 03/07/09 22:55
Berkhamsted schools - help please! 220 03/07/09 22:27
Good primary school in North Finchley? 1 03/07/09 22:17
Good nursery 1 03/07/09 19:55
Class of 11 versus class of 30? 51 03/07/09 19:31
SAT results - help! 5 03/07/09 19:30
Calling all teachers, I'm not sure what to do for the best. 14 03/07/09 18:00
I'm dreading telling the head of nursery that my daughters leaving the school. 18 03/07/09 17:52
admissions 3 03/07/09 13:15
Better to change schools at 7 or 11? 5 03/07/09 12:48
Portsmouth Grammar School 2 03/07/09 08:34
heatwave... do schools ever send pupils home? 72 02/07/09 22:55
Moving schools and settling in - any tips ? 7 02/07/09 22:00
Any year 6 teachers out there? Are your SATS results as you expected? Better? Worse? 18 02/07/09 21:47
Dd's SATS level 5b in all subjects, what does it mean? 6 02/07/09 20:24
Sept 09 term - american teacher accent issue? 9 02/07/09 19:59
Does the name of a school matter? Would it affect your decision? 12 02/07/09 16:38
Nfer - how does the scoring work? 13 02/07/09 13:25
School entery- Does this situation sound dodgie to you ?? 10 02/07/09 12:43
Another playtime inside school..anyone else 7 02/07/09 10:37
Calling Katisha, Musicposy, Mummydoc, Catwalker... 3 02/07/09 08:47
Independant prep schools in Cobham area 27 01/07/09 23:38
Parents evenings..... Year 11 + 4 01/07/09 22:08
Oxford primary schools - need some advice please.... 3 01/07/09 21:14
can some one explain the school league tables? 4 01/07/09 19:54
Lack of hand writing in schools. 5 01/07/09 08:04
If your DCs are at independent schools are fees increasing this year? 67 30/06/09 22:00
interview for PGCE looming - any hot topics in education i should look at? 41 30/06/09 15:10
Dreamer of dreams,born out of my due time, Why should I strive to set the crooked straight. Wm Morris 768 30/06/09 14:25
Advice on learning to read and how children learn to blend words. 7 30/06/09 10:34
Addressing a year 6 class about my job, how do I not send them off to sleep? 11 29/06/09 22:09
ds being bullied at nursery - where do i stand?? 18 29/06/09 20:22
Anyone with experience of TEFL / CELTA / TESOL? 13 29/06/09 13:02
So, how far would you go to get your dc a place at the school of your choice? 29 29/06/09 11:35
Where to live in the South east with good schools/commuter route!? 3 29/06/09 11:18
This is the pushy parent Tiffin tutor thread. 300 29/06/09 11:02
Interactive white boards, are they bad news ??? 69 29/06/09 07:38
any DCs done the Grade 1 Keyboard exam?... 10 28/06/09 21:42
Please help - meeting with head teacher today - very very upset by whats happened at school this week 25 28/06/09 19:13
We are thinking of sending the DCs to private school but..... 31 28/06/09 17:17
How to deal with bullying . What do you do? Tae kwondo? 10 27/06/09 20:35
Year 6 SATS 15 27/06/09 18:57
Do you live in Oxford? 3 25/06/09 22:18
need help........ 38 25/06/09 22:06
any one know of any tutors for 11+ 7 25/06/09 22:03
sylvia young theatre school 8 25/06/09 11:20
where to go for enrichment classes 5 24/06/09 22:21
random men appearing at ds' playgroup 24 24/06/09 20:39
would my dyslexic child thrive at grammer school 15 24/06/09 19:46
Am just wondering -- can/should I keep DS back a year? 4 24/06/09 18:19
Another one about school reports-give me some hope, please!! 33 24/06/09 16:59
Should I let one of my twins move up a year and let the other stay behind? 20 24/06/09 14:22
Primary teachers. Teaching non-fiction. 6 24/06/09 12:41
"A rose will bloom wherever." True? Experiences? 137 24/06/09 08:29
Interactive white boards, are they bad news ??? 7 23/06/09 21:38
School reports - good and bad comments. Would you give a reward for the good? 36 23/06/09 17:09
changing schools....again! 4 23/06/09 14:11
If you live in one LA and go to school in another which one pays? 4 23/06/09 13:59
Are there any good state schools in Greenwich/Blackheath? 6 23/06/09 13:02
maths,maths, maths word problems........... 3 23/06/09 09:47
Do SATs level include any adjustment for age? 56 22/06/09 20:04
That old chestnut - commuting to London and secondary schools - are there any home counties that are known to be better than others for state education? 41 22/06/09 13:36
morning.... anyone know what sort of support i can expect for dysgraphia? 9 22/06/09 10:14
Formulaic School Reports 13 22/06/09 01:28
How often can a child have authorised absence from school before the school question it? 16 21/06/09 23:29
TEACHERS CAN YOU play your ipod through your IWB? 14 21/06/09 22:56
Spelling rhymes 5 21/06/09 21:07
Ok so what are the pros and cons of 2-tier and 3-tier? We are probably moving to 2 tier 22 21/06/09 20:23
Bring and buy sales - why don't they just set a match to the whole sorry trestle table? 8 21/06/09 15:58
MrsGuyofGisbourne (though I think you've namechanged): a question about schools 7 21/06/09 12:19
Asda School Uniform Offer 5 20/06/09 21:23
Standard photography / video and voice consent form 7 20/06/09 19:38
Does anyone else have summer born children who seem very little to be starting school this September? 20 20/06/09 19:09
How teachers' pay is worked out 7 20/06/09 08:21
moving to kent from surrey 8 19/06/09 12:09
wifi in schools 46 19/06/09 09:11
Is FENNEL around?? I want to give that woman a huge snog 4 18/06/09 22:05
Leeds uni-thoughts and experience anyone,dd contemplating a visit and it's a farkin long drive 53 18/06/09 21:59
Returning to teaching after 6 years away. How? 15 18/06/09 21:03
Moving schools - best for start of Y5 or start of Y6? 13 18/06/09 18:52
What do non tv DC's get up to, what do they do? 112 18/06/09 14:58
school shorts with adjustable waist 9 18/06/09 13:36
Has anyone sat 11+ outside their local area ? 10 18/06/09 11:01
Friend has offered to take DS (5) out for birthday treat on Friday. Do I tell/ask school or pull sickie? 12 18/06/09 09:51
I'm interested in becoming a Teaching Assistant. What do I need to do? 6 18/06/09 09:32
AIBU to hang onto a place at the best state school in the area even though I don't want it, just in case? 229 17/06/09 23:23
help help help please help a soon to be inspected Yr6 teacher!! 13 17/06/09 21:56
The Student Support Centre 14 17/06/09 21:36
Should I bother to complain about this privatised homework scheme? 62 17/06/09 21:30
Teaching Assistants wages 7 17/06/09 21:17
DD will be fine in crocs- somebody tell me to stop being ridiculous!!! 24 17/06/09 18:20
Year 6 private school places - South London area 14 17/06/09 11:20
Any teachers about? I could do with some advice ... 24 16/06/09 22:06
Talk to me about art scolarships (11+) please. 7 16/06/09 15:52
HELP - What is the procedure for changing/viewing/applying - a new school ? 10 16/06/09 13:25
Posted on In The News but being ignored. Any opinions? 11 16/06/09 11:28
Visiting infant schools - what to look for? 5 15/06/09 17:53
Changing schools question. 7 15/06/09 13:11
Can someone dig me out of a hole? 33 15/06/09 10:27
so worried about my son age 6, has anyone any ideas or opinions? 18 15/06/09 07:16
yr 2 sats 21 14/06/09 22:54
Missed the Beds meeting on 2-tier debate this week! Anyone with any info? 1 14/06/09 18:30
How much do you need to earn to send your dc to private school? 86 13/06/09 10:33
Priory CofE Wimbledon 6 12/06/09 22:14
Reading books over the school holidays 16 12/06/09 20:05
Anyone done an Access course? 7 12/06/09 16:27
3 tier system collapsing! what will happen next? 44 12/06/09 13:05
DS starts school in Sept- just realised that I have been having it easy! 32 11/06/09 22:54
Fox Hill Primary - Bracknell 1 11/06/09 16:01
Help! When do you make choices for primary schools....... 9 11/06/09 09:39
Reviews of Colet Court and Westminster Under in London 22 10/06/09 22:36
GTP ICT - interview preparation tips required please 5 10/06/09 14:06
How much does your school charge for breakfast club/after school club? 20 10/06/09 09:58
Advice for PGCE interview 8 10/06/09 07:38
Is this indicative of dyslexia? 29 10/06/09 06:39
PTA Stuff 09... 69 09/06/09 13:53
When I think about ds having to start school next year I feel like crying 18 09/06/09 12:15
4 year old cannot recognise letters/numbers 46 08/06/09 21:28
Days off in term time 5 08/06/09 21:14
Church attendance for faith schools (non-practising parents) 19 08/06/09 20:38
Daughters having to wear school tights in warm weather 28 08/06/09 20:28
HELP! Need ideas for a lesson please... 43 08/06/09 20:15
PTA fundraising ideas 62 08/06/09 20:04
East Dorset Schools 35 08/06/09 18:08
At what age could you read/write... and what are your academic/professional qualifications? 148 08/06/09 13:17
Does too much discipline in schools hinder learning? 8 08/06/09 12:39
independent schools near Kensington/Chelsea 1 08/06/09 09:08
"early" school application? 7 08/06/09 08:56
Dumpton or Castle Court?? 2 08/06/09 08:22
What do 4/5 year olds do at school? 15 08/06/09 07:18
No more sibling priority in our LEA 9 07/06/09 19:45
Primary School Appeal - Infant Class Size & SEN 21 06/06/09 23:48
Kip McGrath Education centres, anyone use them? 10 06/06/09 23:47
Primary schools SW12 6 06/06/09 23:43
What Is The Purpose of Education? 20 06/06/09 20:49
Freezing weather, PE indoors 67 06/06/09 19:58
Money??? 2 06/06/09 17:15
Private schools - more poor pupils than top grammars and comps 72 06/06/09 14:45
Did I just go round the 3 schools that exhibit this characteristic by pure fluke or is the private prep school system really biased towards boys and the ... 31 06/06/09 12:57
Primary appeal: What might swing it for us?! 3 06/06/09 09:30
Extended Schools 3 06/06/09 01:31
Having a bit of a wobble about schools 14 05/06/09 21:01
Why is (or isn't) a Steiner education so great? 21 05/06/09 19:07
If you are a teacher please advise me on the following 21 05/06/09 17:29
alphabet 18 05/06/09 14:15
Start Prep School this Sept & struggle or wait til 2010? 9 05/06/09 14:06
Quick opinions needed please. 6 05/06/09 12:24
Does anyone have views on the Hall School, North London? Comments from current 4 05/06/09 10:55
Changing Secondary School 4 04/06/09 19:26
i know nothing about colleges or education but i want to change my life! 9 04/06/09 18:57
Inviting class round for birthday party 8 04/06/09 18:55
St Antonys RC school, Redbridge 5 04/06/09 15:32
School in Brussels 2 04/06/09 12:07
Is anyone here prepared to say that they believe in anthroposophy? 141 04/06/09 11:48
Choosing a school in Brussels 38 03/06/09 19:34
NW8 Nurseries? 1 03/06/09 17:27
Lawyers pursuing parents for school fees and schools shutting down 24 03/06/09 13:00
Question for RE teachers/teachers PLEASE... 6 02/06/09 17:18
I feel so thick tonight-HELP PLEASE 11 02/06/09 05:40
Inspiration needed for Year 4 Art Lesson! 8 01/06/09 21:37
School Appeal with Infant Class Size Prejudice - any tips 44 01/06/09 19:41
Piano lessons - when to stop 24 01/06/09 18:53
Primary School Appeals - how much notice do they have to give you of appeal date? 5 01/06/09 18:32
St Columba's boys school in St Albans 5 01/06/09 11:54
School governors: can someone give me information on roles and responsibilities? 8 01/06/09 10:15
Mind Mapping - Tony Burzan - anyone come across him? 30 31/05/09 22:55
I need to find a net for a 3D colour, cut out and glue together bus - Any ideas where to find online? 5 31/05/09 17:47
St Christina's school, St John's Wood 7 30/05/09 14:33
GCSE science - dual or triple award? - question for those familiar with intricacies of GCSE science and beyond 87 29/05/09 23:16
Message for *moondog*........... 6 29/05/09 08:42
A book that recommends / reviews state schools? 2 28/05/09 23:16
Cant get GCSE options. 49 28/05/09 20:22
Which instrument to start dd1 on? 11 28/05/09 13:37
Absence from School for Holidays 31 27/05/09 19:00
Does anyone have any experience of St Nicholas Prep in Kensington? 1 27/05/09 13:21
Belmont School in Surrey - anyone know anything good or bad? 10 27/05/09 12:34
Essenedene Lodge 1 26/05/09 16:40
What kind of marks do you need to pass the 11+ 102 26/05/09 13:47
How to assess good academic Primary schools 11 26/05/09 13:13
educating while on extended holiday 4 26/05/09 12:16
Calling DamonBradley loves pip 13 25/05/09 22:18
School fees: excellent site I want to tell you about 5 25/05/09 14:47
I'm on my PGCE and it's not going well - anyone willing to help me plan a lesson? 134 25/05/09 14:45
Private schools in wiltshire area - help! 19 25/05/09 11:29
HLTA's - How much whole class 'work' should they do a week? 13 24/05/09 22:15
please explain the scottish higher education system to me?? 14 24/05/09 19:52
Advice Needed - Where do we move to? 2 24/05/09 19:50
living right next to a secondary school? pros & cons? 10 24/05/09 00:59


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