We have got to year 9 and to be honest the school and DD are not compatible. She is in constant trouble and seems to spend each and every day in a running battle with the senior leaders at the school. A cycle of detention, isolation, phone calls home etc. She is academically capable.
Outside of school she is a completely different girl. She excels in her gymnastics club, is highly respected by the head coach and is been developed as a junior coach and supported through her judging qualifications. This is a school issue. The parents of the young gymnasts give nothing but praise. At home she is a delight and an excellent big sister.
We have no confidence in the school and are at the end of our tether.
We really don't want her to have to carry on in this situation, which makes her very upset and has on occasions resulted in self harm in the school toilets.
Luckily we have a very good school close to home. We are going to meet the school to discuss moving.
Does anyone have any experience of moving schools in year 9 that you would be prepared to share. We think we are doing the right thing, but would like to hear from anyone who has moved schools at this stage.