Siblings going to different schools-Reassurance please!

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Hi,

We have recently found out that DS2 didnt get a place at DS1 primary school due to infant size class. I am extremely upset about this for many reasons but I also know that many families are in the same situation.
The thing is they are so close and im worried what effect its going to have on them both.

So, Im asking any families out there who do have siblings at different schools to give me some positive points about them being at different schools.

Thanks!

Mine all started at an Infant School, then moved onto a different Junior School four miles away. So they are well-used to being at different schools at different times. If you think of it like that, it might be easier to get used to the idea.

I have twins in different schools and its totally fine. A bit odd because you can't help but compare the 2 schools. I've taken a stance that I will be equally involved in both schools. Therefore I don't do PTA or such like for either school as I wouldn't have time. I like the fact that one school never asks me for money! The other school is always asking me for money for one thing or another and tbh I would be broke if both went there!

Mine are at the same school and I am seriously considering moving one of them. They are very close in age and in sequential years and dd is permanently in ds's shadow - he has always done everything first and better. Dd would have more chance to shine if she got to do her own thing more. They will not be going to the same secondary school.

Thanks for replying, I think maybe im more worried about it then they are!

i feel for you as i face this situation next year but am a little more relaxed as i've had time to prepare myself. Most people i know in this situation alternate them being late in the mornings and then use after school club - if you cant get help from other parents. One friend will take her daughter early and leave her with one of the other mums on the playground before dashing to school 2! I have heard its possible to transfer them in Y3 to the first school as classes can take over 30 so if you think of it in the shorter term it may be easier. If someone leaves, you may win an appeal before then in Y1 or 2.