Just that really. Was always regarded as second fiddle to the uber academic schools - and that is probably still the case. But Head claiming (as is Good Schools Guide) that they are improving on the academic front and just wondered if anyone could confirm or deny that is the case. Basically wondering if it would be a good bet for a child that is v. bright, but might not quite make it into the crazily competitive schools. So really wondering about how ambitious it is for the bright kids/quality of teaching etc. TIA.