Hi everyone, long-time lurker, first post!
DD (3) has an offer from Guildford High for Reception in Sept 2027. We loved the ethos and were really impressed by the Head of the Junior School and his approach to the girls’ learning. But we know real parents’ experiences are far more valuable, and we're out of area and relocating so don't know anyone !
I’d love opinions on:
- Your DDs’ experiences in the Junior and Senior schools, whether it feels pressured at all (not the impression we got from the open days)
- Where families tend to live. For context, we need to be near a station with a decent London commute, and we have a large dog, so walkable green space is a big plus.
- Guildford itself, or nearby towns/villages you’d recommend. We're very happy with a not massive town centre nearby as we love the village vibe, but obviously commute is super important for pick up and drop off.
- Thinking ahead: we’re keeping an open mind about secondary, and I’d love to avoid moving again (selling has been a nightmare!). Is there anywhere that works for both GHS and options like Tiffin, or is that unrealistic?
Thanks so much!