My daughter applied to SHHS, Channing, FH RP, Queen's College. She got through interview stage for all (although Channing and QC interview all applicants before results). She received an offer from QC and waiting for Channing. Although moderately pleased she did not fluke all, I'm now in 2 minds: Channing is the furthest 45 min minimum. Too much time spent on train and bus, she won't have time to rest , do her swimming sessions and, most importantly, homework. QC a lovely environment, but I'm concerned that there is no outdoor space and that doesn't come across as very academic. For example they don't seem to have academic lectures like FH (not to mention NLC which sounds like a university!). It also seems so focused on drama and dance which my daughter has no interest in. We selected it as a fall back option and because the headteacher seems very energetic and full of ideas , plus the language department is good. We are disappointed that FH didn't even put her on WL as it'd have been the perfect choice and we'd have accepted the offer straight away. Any advice or views on these schools would be welcome. Ta!