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Colfe's 11 + anyone heard? Or have previous info?

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MotherofPirates · 14/01/2019 13:34

DS sat Colfe's on Saturday and has applied for a sports scholarship which is scheduled for tomorrow but only if you are notified. I just wondered if anyone had heard back from them yet? Seems like such a tight turnaround! Or info from previous years to save me chewing my fingers off?

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Wondergirls · 14/01/2023 01:14

Dear parents,

My DD has an 11+ sports assessment next week where they will assess her fitness and football and netball skills. Please could anyone shed light on what is expected of them to do? Apparently they test their fitness level, speed, agility and endurance. How exactly do they do all this? What will she be asked to do? She’s nervous and we just want to get an idea so that there’s nothing unexpected that may throw her or put her off. She’s fit and a good football player but she’s thin and not muscular or strong so we’re a bit worried.

Please can someone specify what the fitness assessment involves exactly?

Thank you very much.
Wondergirls

mtyousaf · 01/03/2019 16:12

Thanks WellTidy...very insightful. Just grateful we have a choice 🤗

WellTidy · 27/02/2019 21:29

I liked the system they have where there is an extended lunchtime for the children to spend lots of time at clubs, that there are so many diverse clubs and the social opportunities they bring. Also the huge emphasis and investment in mental health and wellbeing. And that they are actively looking for rounded children, not just academic children. Ds loved the food in the canteen, and it did look absolutely excellent with loads of choice and great quality!

mtyousaf · 27/02/2019 21:17

I'm edging on Colfe's ..but will make a final decision after making a final visit to both. What did you like most about SD @WellTidy?

WellTidy · 27/02/2019 12:15

Well done to your DS too mtyousaf. Fantastic news. Do you know which to accept yet? DS loved SD when he went there, as did I. DH really liked Colfes. I don't think you could go wrong tbh.

mtyousaf · 27/02/2019 11:41

That's amazing ....well done to your DS!! We got offers from Colfe's and SD. I think if we got an offer from Eltham, we would have chose Eltham too.

WellTidy · 27/02/2019 09:22

So much has happened since we were all waiting for offers! I hope everyone is happy with their child's offers and are close to making a decision.

DS was offered Colfes, St Dunstans and Eltham. We are beyond delighted. He did a really enjoyable taster session at Eltham and we had a long chat with the head, and that swung it for us. So we didn't go to St Dunstans for the reception last night as we had already made a decision, and, having spent so long being undecided, I am so glad that we finally have a plan.

mtyousaf · 27/02/2019 08:29

Hi all, did anyone go to the reception at St Dunstan's yesterday? How was it?

mtyousaf · 15/02/2019 10:46

Why is my post man not here yet????

Anyone recieved their letters yet?

mtyousaf · 15/02/2019 08:04

Good luck for today everyone!!!

GSAA · 14/02/2019 11:05

Think there are a few kids from the Bromley area that go there. Especially as you get closer to Chislehurst side of Bromley which is where we are.

Away at the moment - DD hoping letter is from Colfes is there when we get home Sunday.

mtyousaf · 02/02/2019 14:36

I think there's a school bus the kids could take.

Bahhumbug01 · 02/02/2019 14:20

Do many kids from Beckenham/Bromley attend Colfe's? Is this is consider a normal school commute?

mtyousaf · 02/02/2019 12:25

I'm torn between Colfe's and Eltham...

Colfe's has a great sibling policy which would make it easier for my DD to enter the school in 2 years time. I'm not sure it would be that easy at Eltham. My DD is bright but a bit on the lazy side 😬 so every little helps.

But Eltham is the superior school academically and it would be difficult to turn it down if we were to be made an offer...plus it's my DS favourite....

GSAA · 01/02/2019 14:33

We have fingers crossed for an offer from Colfes also following interview and chat with the Head. Unfortunately Eltham does not start co-ed til 2020 so out for my DD.

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MotherofPirates · 01/02/2019 14:02

mtyousaf these things are so personal aren't they. DS and I just did not get Dunston's when we looked around and didn't apply but I know lots of parents are wowed by it.

I really like Colfe's but DS is not as keen as me. It feels bright and airy and less formal than some of the others. I also prefer co-ed which Eltham will not properly be for a while. Sports facilities are great.

DS is madly in love with Eltham and it is defo the easiest journey for us too. I have been hugely impressed with Mr Sanderson and I feel like going co-ed will be a good thing in the long run. My only worry is it does seem small compared to some of the schools we have looked at and whilst this is appealing to DS now at 10 I wonder if he might find it too small in 3-4 years time. Having said that we would be over the moon to get an offer and I think it will be our 1st choice.

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isa2 · 01/02/2019 13:26

From what I've seen of them (parent at SDC, several friends with kids at the others, have visited Colfe's) , I'd probably choose the nearest one if there is a major difference - I think they all have a lot going for them and it makes life so much easier and also more sociable not to be too far away. If offered any kind of scholarship that would I think swing it too.

mtyousaf · 31/01/2019 23:46

Found out the classroom session is for all children who are made an offer on the 14th, so no further assessment for Eltham.

My DS is relieved it's all over.....

We're also hopeful of an offer from Colfe's following our meeting with the Headteacher...but won't relax until we get that letter on the 15th.

Interested to hear what everyone's thoughts are on the three schools:

St Dunstan's
Colfe's
Eltham College

If your DC was made an offer for all three, which one would you prefer?

WellTidy · 31/01/2019 21:59

DS interviewed at colfes and st Dunstans. One to one interview with a teacher at colfes, very informal and they got on well. We are very hopeful of an offer. Group interview at st dunstans which he also felt went well, but they gave less away. We as parents were ‘interviewed’ at both schools too. We aren’t looking at scholarships, so no assessment stage for DS beyond the normal entrance exam.

Heard nothing from Eltham and not getting hopes up whatsoever.

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MotherofPirates · 31/01/2019 16:11

I'm wondering if Eltham have changed the admissions process and not updated the website?

One of DS's friends was invited in for class room stuff but he was told he was up for an academic scholarship.

We have not heard anything and am not expecting to now until 15th but this is all supposition!

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mtyousaf · 31/01/2019 09:45

Hi everyone. How did your kids find the interviews and assessments? Anyone on here heard back from Eltham college regarding the classroom session yet?

GSAA · 19/01/2019 07:50

thanks ! Our interview is a week off, Music Audition is Monday - so 2 separate meetings. I thought it might be combined to 1 trip. A friend of ours has their interview today.

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MotherofPirates · 18/01/2019 19:42

I'm afraid I don't know but I gathered that the academic scholarships are by far the most generous and the largest in number.

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GSAA · 18/01/2019 14:01

Wow - that is not fewer than i was expecting. Never asked the question ! Do you know if its the same odds for Music Scholarships ?

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MotherofPirates · 18/01/2019 13:00

mryousaf according to the head they give 4 sports scholarships a year - 2 boys 2 girls and 25% each. Short odds indeed given the huge volume of kids there and the likelihood of bias towards Colfes juniors.

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