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St. James boys school ashford

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TinTan1 · 04/03/2014 20:45

I'm going to see this school, as an option for my son who is very sporty and academically average but keen. Can anyone tell me about this school? I hear mixed views

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gingerbeard · 06/03/2014 09:35

I think the key word here is "historic" - sadly St James are not exactly alone in this. We looked at the school for our DS, who is now going to a school nearer to us. I work in education, and I was impressed by the school and the boys. Coincidentally, we now know two families with sons there who are very happy and settled. St James and St James girls schools both seem a good choice for children who are not hugely academic, but will thrive with a little less pressure. It is vegetarian, and they do mediation. But then so did I 30 years ago at my state Grammar - only it was called "clear you mind" time then! Go and make up your own mind. It's definitely worth a look.

Lemony1 · 05/03/2014 21:26

I know there was an enquiry into historic abuse at the school which you might want to look into. Also check out its connections with the School of Economic Science.