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SW London boys 11+ 2022 entry

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Sweetnhappy · 18/05/2021 17:01

Hi, my DS is in year 5 and we're struggling with not being able to see schools in person. We're having a think about where to apply and at the moment KCL is a favourite geographically but we haven't seen it so don't have a feel for the vibe. We went to see Hampton and KGS before the first lockdown without DS and liked them both. The Emanuel tours booked so quickly when they were released a few weeks ago, I think they are releasing more slots soon. Just wondering if anyone can give us a feeling of the vibe of these schools. Does anyone know what is happening with the headteacher at Kings? They seem to have an acting head at the moment.

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Oldmonk · 11/02/2022 11:12

@Avidgardner congratulations to your dc.Well done...Was Hampton 13+. My friend is waiting to still hear from Hampton for 13+.

Gettingcloser21 · 11/02/2022 11:04

@finallywokenup so true 😂

Parentingfor2 · 11/02/2022 11:02

Sunshine6363 - I thought KCS were sending by post? I was assuming having no "we are delighted" letter today meant expect an "unfortunately" letter tomorrow.

Avidgardner · 11/02/2022 10:43

Congrats all. We just got a yes from Hampton and SPS (13+). Still waiting for KGS. Shocked and very happy, but none the wiser yet on what is right for DS.

Sunshine6363 · 11/02/2022 10:43

KCS are sending offers by email. We should hear by 5pm, hopefully sooner!

finallywokenup · 11/02/2022 10:41

The only emails I am getting are from mumsnet Grin

Gettingcloser21 · 11/02/2022 10:39

We got an offer from Latymer. Now the choice between Hampton (10+) and Latymer - both great schools and so proud of DS.

Best of luck for those still waiting.

11Plus2022 · 11/02/2022 10:38

Thanks @Oldmonk, our post normally only comes early afternoon.

@finallywokenup, nothing yet from KCS for us either!

finallywokenup · 11/02/2022 10:33

Many many congrats to the ones who have been accepted 👏👏 Time to celebrate !
We are still waiting to hear.
I guess schools are doing one email at a time and people will hear through the day.
Has anyone heard from KCS Wimbledon yet?

Oldmonk · 11/02/2022 10:33

@11Plus2022 RGS by post. Hampton by email. RGS was 13+ for us.

mimisilly · 11/02/2022 10:02

@7plus11plus Mostly from Email but some school by post.

Parentingfor2 · 11/02/2022 10:02

I can start breathing again... DS got 4 offers to choose from, 4 more results yet to come.

@7plus11plus - offers come by email and/or post... depends on which school.

11Plus2022 · 11/02/2022 10:01

Congratulations @mimisilly and @Oldmonk.

No emails or post yet for us. @Oldmonk, was RGS email or post?

Oldmonk · 11/02/2022 09:50

Good luck everyone. Yes for us for Hampton and RGS.

7plus11plus · 11/02/2022 09:08

Hi can I ask do we receive post or just email?

Sunshine6363 · 11/02/2022 08:49

Congratulations! Wonderful news!

mimisilly · 11/02/2022 08:31

Hampton outcome has finally arrived!! My DS got a place. I am extremely proud of him.

Parentingfor2 · 11/02/2022 08:25

2 results out of 8 so far... going to be a long wait for the rest. Not expecting a good result for Latymer as DS said it and Tiffins were the most difficult out if the 8 he took (including Kings and KGS).

mimisilly · 11/02/2022 08:16

Good luck everyone. Now I am starting to check my emails every 5 mins. Grin

Sunshine6363 · 11/02/2022 07:59

Good luck everyone! I hope the postman brings you all good news!

Sweetnhappy1 · 11/02/2022 07:06

Good luck everyone! My nerves are shot!

travelturtle · 11/02/2022 06:49

Good luck today everyone. Fingers crossed all round!

finallywokenup · 10/02/2022 22:37

@11Plus2022- I didnt realise that it's not the done thing..

11Plus2022 · 10/02/2022 22:10

@finallywokenup, if your head has said something he has been shockingly unprofessional, and I reallly wouldn’t read anything into it. No-one at DS’s prep has been told anything, and DS and many others have been there since reception.

Good luck for tomorrow everyone. Here’s hoping the emails and post arrive early and bring good news.

finallywokenup · 10/02/2022 21:53

Thank you all for the encouraging words
@FlyingPandas- I dont think the boy is the type who makes up stories. He has been at the the school from reception and we have been there only covid filled socially distanced two years. Maybe the head feels more close to the other boy. I guess thats only natural.
@Pyrfwondering-Absolutely. My only prayer to the universe has been that 'I know you will bring the school which is right for my son. Because only you know what he really needs :) Just give us the strength and grace to accept your will gracefully'
In spite of myself, I do find myself getting caught up in the drama but thankfully that lasts only for a short time.

All the very best to all of those waiting for results tomorrow. Not much longer to go..