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Trinity/Whitgift 2019 thread

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enterparentone · 14/12/2018 17:04

Is there a thread yet for parents with kids doing entrance exams in Jan? It's been so helpful looking through previous years threads and now we're going through it I'd love a hand-hold and any advice on what to expect!

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Chelsea3 · 10/01/2019 16:28

The information given was 'letters will be sent by 14th Jan'. So I'm assuming we would receive by then! Altho my DS does have a scholarship assessment booked for 15th Jan. Not sure to wait for letter or call on Monday 14th. The question still remains of which comes first, exam results or assessment dates. It would seem pointless of attending assessments if DS hasn't done as well in tests, also went to avoid giving him false hopes! Confused

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enterparentone · 10/01/2019 15:53

Are rejection letters posted tomorrow? If post is clear does that mean a call will definitely be coming? Never thought I'd feel so stressed!

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gambaspilpil · 10/01/2019 14:46

Good luck everyone. I went though it last year...

Wimbles101 · 10/01/2019 14:13

Hi Bondiboo - yes an interview with the HM, Mr. K is indeed a good sign. We had this too - he'll give you his results.

It's really worth the wait - DS1 loves the school.

Re. giving a call - yes why not - I think I did that and it just gives you a heads up on where they are with it. They do have a lot of people to call and see.

accrobat · 10/01/2019 13:50

Does anyone know if there’s a thread for Dulwich 11+ this year? Thanks all

Chelsea3 · 10/01/2019 13:18

Thank you Boondiboo. Wishing you all the best for tomorrow.

Motheroftw0 · 10/01/2019 13:04

Thanks Bondiboo, good luck for tomorrow am sure it will go very well.

Bondiboo74 · 10/01/2019 12:53

Thanks Peeka. I shall try very hard not to say anything stupid.

Motheroftw0 and anyone else waiting, I am sure your call will be coming very soon. Easy to say but hang on in there.

Chelsea3, hope today goes well for your DS.

Chelsea3 · 10/01/2019 12:25

Just dropped my DS to Whitgift 10+ today, and I'm even more anxious!!

PeekaPeeka · 10/01/2019 12:24

Good luck to everyone waiting for phone calls. So glad I'm not going through it again this year!

Bondi the fact that you are scheduled to meet the headmaster is great news - it probably means your DS did extremely well in the exams.

And don't worry at all about it - Mr Kennedy is really nice Smile My husband asked him whether he was sure he'd got the right child, when we were told he was in the top 10, so I'm sure you can't say anything much more stupid than that Grin

Motheroftw0 · 10/01/2019 11:58

I am so tempted to give them a call myself!!!

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enterparentone · 10/01/2019 11:52

No contact yet. Have any 10+ parents heard yet?

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Motheroftw0 · 10/01/2019 11:22

Any calls today Trinity parents?

Seeline · 10/01/2019 11:19

The T Headmaster is very nice. See it as a chat rather than an interview. Use it as an opportunity to find out what you want to know about hte school too. Interviews work both ways Wink

Bondiboo74 · 10/01/2019 10:59

Thanks Wimbles. So nervous about Trinity interview tomorrow. I am meeting with the HM. Eek. Scared I’ll say something stupid.

Wimbles101 · 10/01/2019 10:57

Good luck everyone! Have been there with DS1 two years ago who is now at T, and due to do 10plus with DS2 next year - such a nailbiting time!

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enterparentone · 10/01/2019 10:47

mrsvalentine no they are different. You're right that private schools have their own tests. Grammar schools may also set their own tests, but some set them together with other local grammars (such as the ones in Sutton). Private schools may also have earlier (and later) entry points such as 10+, 13+ and 6th form which both Whitgift and Trinity have, or 7+ or younger if they have primary years (which W&T don't).

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mrsvalentine · 10/01/2019 10:30

I'm a newbie to school applications. Is the 11+ for private the same as for grammar schools. I thought private schools have their own tests?

accrobat · 10/01/2019 09:50

Sorry I meant Seeline. That’s helpful to know.

accrobat · 10/01/2019 09:48

Thanks Beeline.

Motheroftw0 · 10/01/2019 09:46

Oh thanks Seeline, I am hoping to get some good news today. It is nerve wrecking to panic every time my phone rings!!!

Seeline · 10/01/2019 09:19

Mother I wouldn't worry too much about calls being made during school hours. Staff are around before and after school - especially at this time of year. We had our call on a Saturday morning (7 years ago!).

gambaspilpil · 09/01/2019 22:04

Good Luck everybody! I have been through this process three times now and twice at Whitgift. (didn't apply for trinity) Last year my DS was similar to some on here. Inconsistent, strong in Maths and Non verbal....he got 20% in a mock test after the xmas holidays and we panicked. However he pulled it out the bag and we got an email invite for interview for Whitgift. We didn't ask to change the time or date as we were aware we had to make ourselves available. They were brilliant in the interview and had already spotted our DS issues with comprehension and highlighted what support they could offer him. My advice for parents when you have your interview/meeting you will be asked the 'why whitgift' question. They really want people to come that have Whitgift as there first choice. So even if it isn't talk as if it is! We love the school and my son is loving it having started in September..... hope you all get the news you want

liho888 · 09/01/2019 22:01

well done bondiboo74, we have also had a call from trinity for 11+ interview for Friday. Still waiting DS2 who took 10+ but no call yet. Turning into a nervous wreck!

walkingtheplank · 09/01/2019 20:47

Well done Master BondiBoo74.
How exciting.
Am trying not to think about it but am answering the phone quicker than usual!