Hi
I'm hoping for some reassurance and advice about high school choices.
Basically we have the following in our small town:
School 1
Swanky redeveloped school with fantastic facilities.
50% over 5's Maths & English
0.20 progress 8 (above average)
53 Attainment score
Low number of disadvantaged pupils
Heavily oversubscribed and would mean selling / buying house to get a place.
School 2
33% over 5's Maths & English
0.84 progress 8 (Well above average)
51 Attainment score
V high number of disadvantaged pupils
We loved School 1. The amazing facilities played a large part in this, it is so impressive. Kids were v well presented (generally from the nicer parts of town).
Large intake (350).I get the feeling not all children would be known personally. Music, Art, Drama facilities outstanding.
Kids seemed v happy but they may have been cherry picked for the open evenings.
Kids seemed to have a v good professional relationship with teachers
Most of their friends will go to this school.
We thought School 2 was ok, very worn but very friendly. Kids were a mixed bag and generally come from the less nice parts of town.
Teachers and pupils seemed to have a very personable relationship - joking together, kids felt free to speak etc.
Not oversubscribed and guaranteed a place without moving house.
Small intake (150) and it's clear every child is known.
Facilities not great. Every child is invited to represent the school at open evenings.
My DC are able but not super bright (currently working at greater depth in Y5).
Could anyone share any experiences with similar sounding schools? I can't help but have concerns about the tired facilities and the social mix at School 2. Does this really matter?
I am worried about friendship groups etc.
Many thanks
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Bluebird23 · 14/10/2017 18:12
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