We live in South East
Need to pick a school for our children.
We ( parents) are both average earners. Both in mid 40s.
Both schools are a 1 mile drive. Both good. Both Church Schools. Both have wrap around care.
I always thought I would pick B but I didn’t get the feeling when I walked around today. I was shocked I liked B which I didn’t initially think I’d consider.
A - In a very affluent area- we’re not hugely wealthy!!!! Very good academic record. Focused on Academia. Nightmare to park at.
When I visited A , I got the feeling. I loved it . I don’t any parents who have a child there.
B- Focuses on Holistic approach. Forest school. I know some parents who have a child at this school and they rave about it. Set in stunning grounds. Preforms slightly lower academically ( bit hugely)
I didn’t get ‘the feeling’ when I walked around though. I was desperate for it to be the one but I felt it appeared small inside.
My head tells me to go for B- holistic , forest school . People I like , have children there and give it great reviews.
But My heart loved A. I felt it was fantastic. But I’m afraid of the affluent’ catchment area and this being very competitive. But I don’t know this . This is just what I think could happen.
What would you choose A or B?
AIBU to consider A ?