Infant schools Send/Merrow/Clandon/Ripley - any input?

[suitcaseofdreams]

Hello all,

I am in the process of applying for reception places for my twins. I am looking at Merrow Infants, Clandon Infants, Send Infants and Ripley Primary.

I work full time (half an hour away) and the childminder is located near work so I have no local mum friends and didn't go to any toddler groups here. Would really just like some input - pros/cons - on these schools from people who have children there already, or who are considering them for reception next year.

I am of course intending to visit all 4 and ultimately I know it needs to be my decision based on my own views and priorities, but would be great to get some thoughts from others as part of the process

Realise this is probably a long shot, but perhaps there is someone in this area who can help? Have also posted on Primary Education board

Feel free to message me if you prefer that to posting on the forum itself,
Many thanks
S

Glad you've found somewhere you are happy with!

I know this is an old thread but thought it may be helpful if people are searching in the future. We've lived in nearby Gomshall for the last 10 years and can honestly say its an amazing place to bring up a family. We have a very diverse demographic in a fabulous location. Both our children have been educated to an outstanding level at Shere Infant and Nursery School with enviable academic results. The school is staffed by a very experienced team and a set of Governors who have their fingers on the pulse of the local community and the need for a provision of excellent education to all children regardless of their backgrounds.
The Surrey Hills are beautiful yes, and their are traffic issues in Shere at times, that said its not full of elderly, it's a very mixed community.