If i don't know whether I'll be able to afford to send him there?
Hello all,
In a real dilemma about schools in general, DS has just started y6 and is v bright. The local state school up the road where we're more or less guaranteed a place is an ok school, formerly good reputation but lots of unhappy parents - staffing shortages etc.
I have a small amount of money saved up and a fairly low income, my ex husband and I are separated and he still contributes. We've been struggling financially so it's beyond me why I'm even considering an independent school. But I just feel worried that the local school could be his downfall. He's very much inspired by a stricter regime. The local free school for brighter pupils is virtually impossible to gain a place (qe boys) and H and i would prefer a mixed school for our children. This leaves only Highgate and Aldenham as possibilities but only under the condition that we'd have fees discounted - I have no idea how likely this is.
DS is a sensitive boy and I am more inclined to send him to the local state school, for convenience (it's a minute's walk away) and also my health isn't great. He's ok with the fact that the local school is where he'll probably go. But I can't help but feel that he should be given other chances - even sitting the qe boys test.
Anyway I realise I'm rambling, we have a tour booked for Aldenham tomorrow. Is it worth going along with him if we most probably won't be sending him there?
Apologies if I come across as woolly, that's how I'm feeling!
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stirling · 12/09/2016 10:32
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