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Brit School application- yr10

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Rapunzel88 · 30/01/2021 15:42

Hi all, my son has applied for the Film and Media strand for Yr 10 this year. Just wondering if anyone else’s kids have done the same? We had an email acknowledgment, but heard nothing since regarding an interview or assessment.

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Sadie2511 · 14/04/2021 19:16

@Sterou oh that is disheartening 😟 Wishing you the best of luck anyway 🙏🏼

Sterou · 14/04/2021 17:56

Musical theatre

HEThompson · 14/04/2021 15:31

Hi there, are the numbers you were given for all strands, or just MT? My daughter is also on the reserve list.

Sterou · 14/04/2021 11:45

Just called to establish how many kids are on the reserve list... 19 incl. 3 students out-catchment.
That reads to me = very little chance!

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Rapunzel88 · 14/04/2021 08:11

Thanks @Sadie2511, very kind of you. Best of luck to your DD xx

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Sadie2511 · 13/04/2021 23:38

That’s wonderful news @Rapunzel88, huge congratulations to your DS & best of luck to him pursuing his passion 😃

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Rapunzel88 · 13/04/2021 23:27

Thanks @Sterou. We’re very excited for him and also glad the wait is over! All the best to you and DD x

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Sterou · 13/04/2021 23:09

@rapunzel88 Fantastic news ! What a relief. Congratulations ! you should be very proud, competition was fierce.

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Rapunzel88 · 13/04/2021 22:37

Happy to say that my DS was offered a place today on the film and media strand. We’re really proud of him. Thanks so much for all your updates and support on this thread and keeping my fingers crossed for some movement on the reserve lists x

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Sadie2511 · 12/04/2021 18:39

@Sterou Brit wouldn’t tell me how many go on the reserve list or ranking but you could try asking too. They did say some years they call none of the reserves & others they’ve called them all so completely unpredictable. It would be nice to at least know how many others are on the reserve list - I think the historic thread on here mentioned only 3 or 4

Sterou · 12/04/2021 18:07

My DD is distraught -) I am not convinced there will be any movement on the reserve list. Does anyone know how many children they put on it? And what is the no of drop out by September ?! Trying to cheer her up but not getting through :-(

Sadie2511 · 12/04/2021 17:58

So sorry @Sterou 😔 Reserve list is such a great achievement though - the Admissions team told me that getting on the reserve list is basically a yes, they just don’t have enough spaces for everyone, so your DD should be immensely proud of herself. However it doesn’t take away from the disappointment I know.

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Rapunzel88 · 12/04/2021 17:27

So sorry to hear that @Sterou. It’s so hard for them and horrible for us to watch too. I’m sure she’ll do well in the future- it sounds like she has a great passion for performing so she’s already half way there. Big hug to you both. We still haven’t heard anything....

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Sterou · 12/04/2021 17:11

My DD only got reserve list .... loads of tears :-(

Sadie2511 · 09/04/2021 22:06

@Sterou no ranking given & they won’t give that info out sadly.
Wishing your DD the best of luck for good news next week 🙏🏼

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Rapunzel88 · 09/04/2021 20:30

Can’t believe we’re starting another weekend with no news....

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Sterou · 09/04/2021 19:35

@Sadie2511 sorry to hear - have they indicated the ranking on the reserve list? My DD is on a Brit school WhatsApp group and I hear there were a lot of disappointed kids today :-( I can’t think what my DD will go through if she does not get in, all her hopes are pinned to this! Bring on next week!

Sadie2511 · 09/04/2021 18:49

Thanks @Rapunzel88 ☺️
Really hope your DS gets a place & hears soon, the wait is torture! Keep us posted 🙏🏼

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Rapunzel88 · 09/04/2021 17:14

Sorry to hear that, @Sadie2511. There are so many different pathways to success so l’m sure your DD will shine wherever she goes. I’ve heard that it’s definitely worth applying at 16 if you aren’t successful first time as they appreciate kids who persevere. Sending you both a hug. 🤗 We still haven’t heard- my DS has applied for film and media yr10.

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Sterou · 09/04/2021 14:31

still nothing for Musical theatre strand

Sadie2511 · 09/04/2021 14:00

Hi there
My DD applied for Y10 Music strand & we got the email today saying she is on the reserve list so is very disappointed but I’ve told her she’s done amazing to get that but inside my heart is broken for her. Hope you also hear today & that yours have got places - good luck to them 🙏🏼😃

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Rapunzel88 · 08/04/2021 08:37

Yes, let’s keep in contact. Maybe today’s the day? Trying not to obsessively check my email every 10 mins!

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Sterou · 07/04/2021 17:48

I will post either outcome back on here and mine is a DD not DS as earlier suggestion :-) whom applied for musical theatre.

lilywonka · 07/04/2021 17:24

Hi @Sterou and @Rapunzel88 I totally agree with you. This wait is getting unbearable as they keep delaying. My DD applied for Year 10 Music and last week she was told either this week or next week we’ll receive the emails. Fingers crossed for us all!

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Rapunzel88 · 07/04/2021 16:35

Same with my DS and me too if l’m honest! Thanks so much for replying @Sterou. l keep thinking l’ve missed a communication. Do you think they’ll let us know by email or post?

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