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Gordon's School Surrey - feedback

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KiwiUKMumma · 25/06/2025 22:44

Hi there, we are considering moving back from NZ for our children to attend secondary school due to the standard of education. We are looking for a great state school option and would be happy with Day Boarding. I just wondered if anyone had kids there and how they were finding it please? My daughter is very academic and sporty whilst my son is a lot more reserved (currently, he's only 7) and needs more nurturing. Do you think the kids manage the longer school day well? Are there other extra curricular activities like dancing available at school too? Is it still hard to get a place for a day boarder? Just so many things to consider! I appreciate any feedback.

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KiwiUKMumma · 26/06/2025 10:30

@doubleshift even if you are a day boarder?

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KiwiUKMumma · 26/06/2025 10:29

@Bluevelvetsofa we would be buying

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doubleshift · 25/06/2025 23:21

Almost impossible to get into! Need to live very very close

Bluevelvetsofa · 25/06/2025 22:56

Do check on the catchment, because it’s usually very small. Are you intending to rent or buy?

EBearhug · 25/06/2025 22:48

Friends' kids have just finished there (as day pupils) - they mostly did music as extra curricular, which was excellent. They loved it.