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clsg vs forest

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pestopasta771 · 17/02/2023 00:04

hi! dd received an offer from both city of london girls and forest school in the past week and we would really appreciate any advice on people who have been in a similar situation.
she’s very sporty and good at languages (she speaks 3 fluently already and is eager to learn more). commute is no issue. we’d prefer the school with better sports facilities but not so sure about co-ed as dd has been in girls only for her whole life.
any current parents or students PLEASE advise us on any thing that may help us with the decision :) !
thank you!!!

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pestopasta771 · 17/02/2023 00:15

just a quick add on note: we have an older daughter currently attending shhs. we recieved an offer for there too but younger dd did not like it so much so we decided to decline.

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raqs76 · 24/02/2023 14:29

hi we're at the junior not senior school to Forest and my DD really enjoys it...academic stretch but not massive pressure. good drama/ music. and brilliant for sport. i think clsg feels much more urban and obvs single sex but i can't comment on it as have no experience of it as parent. good luck! x

parietal · 24/02/2023 14:48

my DDs both love clsg and it has excellent languages.

but as a city-centre location it probably has less sport.

Ma2ma · 03/02/2024 14:03

Hi! Just wondering if you decided to go with forest or city? My son has just been offered a spot at forest in year 1 and we are coming from Hackney so are worried if it’s doable. Also worried if it’s academic enough. Would love your thoughts!

ilovetomatoes · 03/02/2024 14:24

My son is in senior school at Forest. He is super sporty and absolutely loves it. He has felt a bit of pressure academically so I would say it is the right balance for a kid who is well rounded.

my daughter will be joining prep in September. We’re really happy with the school.

JJ128 · 07/02/2024 20:29

Hi all - any views on CLSG vs Forest appreciated. Which is easier commute from Hackney? Do children travel alone? Co-Ed vs single sex? What would be maximum commute recommended?

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