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Brighton College/Burgess Hill School/Reigate Grammar or St Catherines? Any ideas?

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Rivvy · 13/06/2010 21:21

We've got a few years to go but are debating private for senior. I am looking for an academic school that has a flexible approach. I would however like a rounded education not a hot house! Also a school with excellent pastrol care is important. Any comments?

Thank you!

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Rivvy · 06/07/2010 17:53

I have considered Hurst but I didn't think it was that academic?

My dd1 is very bright, years ahead so I'm looking for somewhere where there are likely to be children like her. Also somewhere who would allow early GCSE if that is what she needs (she's already doing some GCSE level maths at 8).

She's very musical as well but although she enjoys sport will never be a sportswoman!

Thanks for your comments.

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MABS · 06/07/2010 16:23

Yes, Ardingly is less selective, Brighton very very selective. Have you not considered Hurst?

LIZS · 06/07/2010 08:42

I think Ardingly is less selective than Brighton. There are certainly less academically able children who go there but agree it can also achieve good results and is very popular for boarding at senior level.

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Rivvy · 05/07/2010 20:28

Thanks Nick I was looking at their website last night. It didn't used to have the best reputation did it (goign back many years!) - but I think it has improved?

I didn't know it was that academic - it's not that selective though is it?

Ardingly is closer to us too.

I get the feeling Brighton and Ardingly may be more nuturing than the others?

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nickijc · 05/07/2010 11:41

What about Ardingly College near Haywards Heath? It is now a place for high academic achievers - and it's also hot on music, sport,art and on developing kids' social skills - public speaking, listening, good manners etc. Excellent atmosphere where the boys and girls care - and support each other.It has beautiful surroundings - everything is on tap; you don't have to take a bus to the sports fields, like you do with some of the inner-town schools nearby. Our three have been really happy - and excelled academically at Ardingly.

Kammy · 15/06/2010 08:25

I had a friend that taught at Brighton College - she loved it and was very positive about the Head.

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Rivvy · 14/06/2010 19:31

Thank you that was my impression!

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LIZS · 14/06/2010 18:26

RGS is quite academically focussed, with sport and performing arts on the side, anecdotally not that flexible or strong on pastoral side.