Hi
Can anyone please help a first time parent facing selection choices for secondary school ?
My DD is a bright and happy child but we are completely floored and uncertain about options for her for secondary schooling,
We are in Croydon borough but other S London boroughs could be commutable for secondary schools - from Bromley to Wandsworth really.
My DD has been through Sutton SETs but only met outcomes for Greenshaw. Also Riddlesdown (eligible for ability waiting list). Wandsworth (240 score so missing out on recent thresholds for Graveney but possible band A for other Wandsworth based on recent year figures. I really don’t wish to subject DD to endless rounds of tests
However, would really like her to go to a school which encourages her natural ability. Does anyone please have any suggestions for a first time parent in this scenario please?
Don’t want to break her spirits with endless tests, for which she nearly got there (she’s only recently 10 after all) - just want the best.
We do not have religion as a fall back, norvany other priority criteria. We’re close to Crystal Palace, but know just how fiercely competitive those places are. We don’t have the means for private education (not that that’s necessarily better). Just any help or advice on which schools might be worth a reasonable shot in applying to with hope for a place.
Wouid appreciate any kind help if you can. The end October application deadline is fast approaching .
Many thanks
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MaWithAmbition · 17/10/2018 23:41
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