Hi. I have seen a similar thread just recently so have seen your responses to that one which helps a bit. But would still like help in deciding as I am at a real dilemma. We really only have two options for primary school for practical reasons.
School 1 is where DS1 attends. He is SEN and attends a unit there. It is 2 miles away and he currently gets transport. It is OFSTED Outstanding and is a lovely school. Amazing playground, positive upbeat vibe, lovely teachers. 6 or 7 form entry. Physical classrooms tiny but overcome but they are able to use other spaces. Downsides are I probably couldn't use staff carpark once DS2 attending and parking is a bit of a nightmare. Plus I will have an 18 month old. So have to drag all 3 back and forth along busy roads. As of September 2018 the boys will be in different buildings on other side of block and a possibility that the internal gate between the two might be closed off.
School 2 about 15 minute walk from us. It "requires improvement" but that's more administrative and teaching is good. The playground and classroom sizes are bigger but more like a standard school. I know no one who goes there so it's a leap into the unknown. But it will be loads easier for me on a day to day basis.
So if I choose school 2 I can't help but think I could be doing DS2 a disservice if he might get better opportunities at School 1 - only because I want to save myself the hassle.
Any suggestions from you wise sages?
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venys · 30/12/2016 22:24
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