3+ 4+ 5+ 7+ support thread 2018

[mumteacher]

In previous years I have started these threads to help and support all those involved in the independent school admissions process.

I wasn't going to start one this year as I know I would not be able to check back on it as regularly as I would like, which then defeats the purpose of the thread.

However, after numerous positive PM's about the threads I think it would be a shame not to start one where at least the hand holding can continue.

There are many many people who have been through the process and 'live to tell the tale' . There are also other tutors I know who read this thread and it would be great if you all could help and support and share your ideas👏🏼

(Roll on 2018!) 😉

www.mumsnet.com/Talk/primary/2783435-3-4-5-7-support-thread-2017

Yes JBug, number games too, I suppose. I was just thinking that for SHHS it might be not just about academic side...
Not that it changes anything now but would be interesting to understand the schools better :)

Just realised I did a typo - second round assessment is what I meant.
No interview is mentioned in the email. Silly me 😢 sorry for the confusion ladies

LOL we started assessments in November and had quite a few and it’s all blurred for me now user14 :)
Really can’t wait for it to be over.

My DD did this two years ago and it was definitely light activity (skipping, hopping, movement). She wore trainers/pumps but doesn’t matter what they wear with them as long as they are comfortable. Good luck.

Yes she did get a place. They split it with first 20 mins or so group physical activity/games and then they took them of one by one with different teachers/staff to do a one to one for roughly 20 mins then brought them back to us. The one to one was more of what they went through in first round I think but a bit more focussed and obviously one on one.

Did anyone go for St. Helens 2nd round for 4+
How was it?

Did anyone have DD who went for St Chris assessment? Any ideas on what to expect?

Hi Matupatlu - after all that we actually accepted another school mainly for logistical reasons! She has a summer birthday. We have friends there though that are enjoying it.

Congratulations @Momof3toB and also for getting selected for round 2 in NLCS Any one doing 7+ at NlCS. DD is suffering from cough, cold and fever. And assessment is on Thursday. What should I do? Can I ask them to reschedule? Or shall I take a chance. I am afraid that her coughing would disturb other girls. Any suggestions.

Thank you for all the well wishes from everyone.
We have NLCS tomorrow which is our last one.
Then it's a nervous waiting game

Thanks so much @shodo for your reply. Did your DD enjoy it? I like the school very much and am really hoping my DD is a right fit for it. Did you manage to meet the new head?

Hi every one. i am new to mums net and would be grateful if anyone can assist with what to expect for Habs 4+ second round round.

What kind of meeting will it be, what questions will they be asking to parents? will the child be asked questions? does 2nd round include any activities?

I couldn't find any info on this.

Many thanks in advance.

Hi Matupatlu my DD went for her round 2 at NLCS this time last year, dressed in jeans and t shirt and sneakers, basically they want the girls to be comfortable and move around easily.

All the best !!

@Matupatlu sorry for the delay, nursery uniform which is a tshirt, joggers and jumpers. With trainers.

If I negotiate on clothes we will be at the NLCS dressed as Elsa from frozen.

Anyone sit their kid for the Highgate 3+? Our son did that today. So nervous and have to wait about 2 weeks for the result. How did you find it?

Hi newmummycwharf1. We attended the 3+ assessment at Highgate. Not too sure what to expect as there were many different little characters at our session! :) How did you find it?

Hi Matupatlu they did some activity which was similar to the first round, I think they asked her some questions too, basic stuff name, age, what she likes doing etc....