Deciding between two state schools. The one I (and DD) prefer is an outstanding state CofE school, and I really feel it's the right place for her, for lots of reasons: single sex (not a huge issue for me, but still a preference), very high standards of achievement for a comp and great academic programme, terrific opportunities for music, art and drama, which DD loves. My one reservation about the school is the commute to central London, which would be about 45minutes. That's a huge chunk out of her day - where would she fit in homework, music practice, relaxing, spending time with friends and family etc?
The alternative is a good (it's actually very good, but not outstanding) school around the corner. Part of me (selfishly?) thinks I'd see more of her if she went to that school, and she wouldn't have the stress of a commute.
Any direct experiences and/or thoughts from parents would be SO appreciated. Am I over-thinking this?