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Knightsbridge · 2019-03-14T17:39:30+00:00

They are not on the website yet, but does anybody know how Bute did this year for +11 results? Thanks.

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DilettanteMum · 04/02/2022 20:52

Non competitive doesn't mean they don't allow girls to compete in sports etc...

It just means that the girls aren't obviously ranked against each other within the year. There are no obvious "sets" or placements or ranks academically. It's all done very subtly and by the use of small groups and breakouts - and it constantly morphs depending on needs. Testing and assessment is done constantly by the school - but it's never overt and as a parent or child you won't be given constant grades and results.

The idea is that "every girl runs her own race" in terms of learning.

Don't mix that up with some kind of "we hate competition" vibe. In fact the Bute sports teams are extremely competitive. The A squad for Netball just qualified for national championships today as a matter of fact.

cq22 · 05/02/2022 07:05

@DilettanteMum

Non competitive doesn't mean they don't allow girls to compete in sports etc...

It just means that the girls aren't obviously ranked against each other within the year. There are no obvious "sets" or placements or ranks academically. It's all done very subtly and by the use of small groups and breakouts - and it constantly morphs depending on needs. Testing and assessment is done constantly by the school - but it's never overt and as a parent or child you won't be given constant grades and results.

The idea is that "every girl runs her own race" in terms of learning.

Don't mix that up with some kind of "we hate competition" vibe. In fact the Bute sports teams are extremely competitive. The A squad for Netball just qualified for national championships today as a matter of fact.

"Don't mix that up with some kind of "we hate competition" vibe. In fact the Bute sports teams are extremely competitive. The A squad for Netball just qualified for national championships today as a matter of fact."

Very glad to hear this. This definitely helps a lot :)

I am all good for their leadership to keep using the phrase "non-competitive" during parents meetings. Just not sure if they kept using this phrase in normal teaching environment. Kids are just under 10 years old, and they (or mine) probably doesn't have the wit to differentiate when to be competitive and when not to.

Not only referring to sports... For example in a science challenge/craft type of lesson/class, I found myself (if I am a teacher) prone to use words like "Don't give up, look around, we are all not afraid of failure and trying our best, let s give it another try, what do you think?"

And the kids goes "But you taught us not to be competitive... I have done my best."

Anyway, maybe they will phrase it a lot better and I am just over-thinking

DilettanteMum · 05/02/2022 09:19

You are definitely overthinking this. The girls are not indoctrinated into some kind of "don't try harder than anyone else" cult. 😁

cq22 · 05/02/2022 10:14

@DilettanteMum

You are definitely overthinking this. The girls are not indoctrinated into some kind of "don't try harder than anyone else" cult. 😁

DilettanteMum · 05/02/2022 11:05

Also don't fool yourself....the main demographic of families with children at Bute is still going to be mega successful driven type- A who all want the best for their DDs.

Same as any West London top prep.

I guess the key is that at least at Bute the school tries not to overly contribute to that existing pressure.

DilettanteMum · 05/02/2022 11:13

Quite amusing reading back on this thread with all the judgments regarding how Bute changed leavers reporting a few years back.

Not sure the longer term reality lived up to the dire interpretations 😂

cq22 · 05/02/2022 11:32

@DilettanteMum

Also don't fool yourself....the main demographic of families with children at Bute is still going to be mega successful driven type- A who all want the best for their DDs.

Same as any West London top prep.

I guess the key is that at least at Bute the school tries not to overly contribute to that existing pressure.

I have no problem for parents to push their kids (or not to), or for school to push their students (or not to). All that puzzles me is the conflict of their ethos and the fact of being in a competitive environment :D

Even if they, the kids, doesn't speak of it, I am sure by year 5, 6, teenage girls definitely know that they are competing with the fellow schoolmates for offer from the surrounding schools...

Critical thinking is something I really want my DD to learn and master.

Anyway, I definitely trust the school has their way of guiding and teaching the girls. And looking at the results, there is nothing worries me on that aspect.

Thanks so much for your reply. That helps a lot :)

DilettanteMum · 05/02/2022 12:05

Of course the girls absolutely know who the super clever ones are and who needs more support. They are still human. I guess the key is that they know that it's not what makes them better than anyone else. Or at least that perspective isn't reinforced by the school overtly. It would be naive to think the girls never speak of it. I know of incidences where there have been unkind words to that effect, but when the school is made aware they are very quick to address it and to reinforce the behavior expectations in line with the ethos.

It's splitting hairs a bit to be sure.

Bottom line: Bute has been a great school and I am thrilled with how it has turned my daughter out. She is resilient and confident and has a joy and enthusiasm for learning. She is also kind and mindful that the differences in other people are a positive thing and part of life.

cq22 · 05/02/2022 13:08

@DilettanteMum

Of course the girls absolutely know who the super clever ones are and who needs more support. They are still human. I guess the key is that they know that it's not what makes them better than anyone else. Or at least that perspective isn't reinforced by the school overtly. It would be naive to think the girls never speak of it. I know of incidences where there have been unkind words to that effect, but when the school is made aware they are very quick to address it and to reinforce the behavior expectations in line with the ethos.

It's splitting hairs a bit to be sure.

Bottom line: Bute has been a great school and I am thrilled with how it has turned my daughter out. She is resilient and confident and has a joy and enthusiasm for learning. She is also kind and mindful that the differences in other people are a positive thing and part of life.

Wonderful! That s really reassuring. Thank you so much :)

pkim123 · 28/03/2022 21:03

@Lolakath19

I was not par of the school when the St. Paul results were very high so not sure if anything change. As I said before we had the opportunity to move our daughter to Bute but did not do it as she/ we are very happy with KPS so far and like the new headmistress ethos. Teachers and staff have always taken good care of our daughter and she is making good progress. Of course there are always things that we wish would be different but I guess it is the case in every school. I am personally not focus on St. Paul results because I don’t think St. Paul is for every girl and I don’t know if mine would fit this environment. It is of course an outstanding school. But you can do well in your life without being to St. Paul or goldophin got latymer. We will see when the time comes and when we would have had a chance to visit secondary schools what will suit her Best. At the moment what is important for me is that she loves going to school and learning and always comes back home with an exciting story or something to look forward to.

So what did you decide for secondary schools for your DD?

thepurplespot · 22/01/2023 18:32

Bute House has now updated their latest result in yet another format. Poe charts for 1) previous 1 year and 2) past 3 years combined.

DilettanteMum · 23/01/2023 16:08

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DilettanteMum · 23/01/2023 16:09

Whoops wrong thread durrrr