DS1 has just passed the exam for the local independent school which he is in the junior school for ,it is quite academic and has a strong work ethic although I would not call it a sausage factory as some very academic schools are.Although it is independent the fees are not as high as most independent schools and it has a fairly meritocratic intake.On the whole we are happy with it although I do have a few concerns that ds lacks confidence and the highly competitive environment does not always bring out the best in him.
However 6 months ago I started a new job in the neighbouring market town for a charity which also owns an independent school,coincidently where dh went.I subsequently found out that if we send ds here ,a more classic country uindependent school,we would get a huge discount off the fees.I do think its a good school,they really want ds and it is very good in terms of value added,lots of music and drama and does well academically despite taking a broader ability range BUT I have a gut feeling he would be better staying with his friends and I like the work ethic and atmosphere.
I suppose my dilemma is that the fees are a bit of a struggle sometimes and the help would be good especially as we have two other children and I keep thinking that I am silly not moving him as the differences are marginal .Also moving him would tie me to the job which I love but is that sensible when I've only been there 6 months.
Confused,any thoughts helpful!
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Philly · 08/02/2005 15:12
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