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edim76 · 02/11/2021 11:06

Hello!
I have a dilemma... My DS is in Y5 in a state school at the moment. He's very bright and is currently doing maths with Y6. We will definitely try to get in a grammar (But they are all so far away!) or a public school next year, but I was wondering if maybe we should also take the 10+ at City this year so he can try to move to a more challenging Y6?
The problem I have is that IF and only IF he gets in, then is it that bad if next year we tried for a different secondary? I just feel this year we do not have a choice as only few have the 10+ entry and we have already missed Emanuel's deadline (DS didn't really like it though).
We have only done virtual tours and if he could choose he would prefer Dulwich College, City would be so far no.2.
Should we stay put and just try them all next year? I just feel it would be a bit of a wasted year in his current school. He does not feel challenged enough!
Thanks in advance for any advice!

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edim76 · 10/11/2021 14:19

@Waterloo1

My son thought that the sample papers were nothing like the actual exam and the interview left him shellshocked (compared to other schools). He got an offer and we gratefully accepted, but it was not a “walk in the park” and quite a gruelling experience.
Good for him! See, it was worth it in the end! I think life is all about seizing opportunities and gracefully accepting the inevitable occasional failures.
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LondonMummer · 10/11/2021 18:40

@Waterloo1

My son thought that the sample papers were nothing like the actual exam and the interview left him shellshocked (compared to other schools). He got an offer and we gratefully accepted, but it was not a “walk in the park” and quite a gruelling experience.
@Waterloo1 Really interested to hear the interview was so tough compared to others. What kind of things was he asked?
Waterloo1 · 10/11/2021 19:47

It was more academic/thought provoking, I think they were looking for boys that are aware of the world around them and also looking for a genuine interest in academics. I think because most applicants are very good at maths, they are concentrating on logic and language skills in their selection process.

Confusedmom53 · 18/02/2022 14:21

@Waterloo1, DS has been offered a place at City at 11+ for Sep 2022 start and we are seriously considering it. Will be grateful if you can share your experience so far

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