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Primary school results plummeted

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Confidencecrushed · 10/12/2024 01:12

Hi, the traditionally top performing state school on our doorstep secured average ks2 results for 2 consecutive years. We really love the ethos, the diversity and the convenience, but we are overwhelmed with sense of guilt that we should do more for our child. Reception entry is 2026. 80% from his nursery will go private, including some (half?) with less economic means than us. The reality is that the private ones around us are not obviously better than great state ones academically or if they are, they only go to 8 years old. My husband is feeling really stupid for having bought the house in the wrong catchment, when I was pushing for other schools that are still performing. What advices for us please?

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UpTheMagicChristmasTree · 10/12/2024 03:55

It only takes one or two children to bring the averages way out of line, that's the trouble with averages they never really give a full and fair picture. I really wouldn't read much into it if you like everything else about it. The fit is far more important.

LimeYellow · 10/12/2024 03:42

What? Your local school sounds fine? I don't understand the problem.

RafaistheKingofClay · 10/12/2024 03:36

Your child is what, 2? Virtually every school in every area could have different results and ethos by the time your child gets to KS2. Or even KS1 tbh.

LizzoBennett · 10/12/2024 01:45

Well, when you get round to doing tours and re-assess the data in April then you'll have to make a decision re convenience vs a 'better' school. No one is going to come up with a magic solution...

GoldsolesLugs · 10/12/2024 01:15

Sad trombone

HeddaGarbled · 10/12/2024 01:15

Relax. It’ll be fine.