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Re: Nurseries in Balham/Wandsworth Common

I think we are pretty well served by some fantastic nurseries in the Balham area, but, like the previous posters, my recommendation would also have to be Oaktree Nursery on Ramsden Road. All of my children (including the one that is still there!) have just loved their time at Oaktree. The range of a...
Forum: Childcare
Topic: Nurseries in Balham/Wandsworth Common
Replies: 20
by skeraf
Mon May 18, 2015 12:23 pm

Re: Belleville/Honeywell first offer distance?

I don't post very frequently on this site, but having read the way in which this thread is going feel I have to pitch in. I really do understand the anxiety and frustration of so many parents who either have tried and failed to get their child into a good state primary school BTC and in the Nighting...
Forum: Schools
Topic: Belleville/Honeywell first offer distance?
Replies: 188
by skeraf
Thu Jun 19, 2014 8:54 pm

Re: Rapunzel Party Entertainer

Have you tried Mystical Fairies? They're based in Hampstead and have a huge range of entertainers who will travel all round London. I (and several friends) have used them a couple of times and would highly recommend them for a little one's party. They definitely do a 'Rapunzel' party. Their website ...
Forum: Got a Question?
Topic: Rapunzel Party Entertainer
Replies: 3
by skeraf
Mon Jun 17, 2013 7:18 am

Re: Nightingale triangle catchment area?

I am no expert on the Ravenstone catchment area, but the recent rule change in the way distance is measured (straight line rather than shortest lit walking route) may benefit people living in Tantallon/Gosberton etc and going by previous years' admissions (prior to this year's intake) may be mislead...
Forum: Schools
Topic: Nightingale triangle catchment area?
Replies: 12
by skeraf
Mon Feb 04, 2013 9:48 pm

Re: John Lewis delivery at Balham Waitrose

I asked in store and was told that the freeze on deliveries lasts until 10th November, due to having to store fireworks. It's definitely not a permanent change. Balham is the second busiest "collect from store" point and JL are very unlikely to make the change permanent.
Forum: All Other Shopping Posts
Topic: John Lewis delivery at Balham Waitrose
Replies: 5
by skeraf
Mon Nov 05, 2012 8:17 am

Re: TK Maxx in Balham

To end the speculation, it's definitely going to be a TK Maxx. It's now on the company's website as a "new store" opening in October 2012 (although, by the look of the site, the builders are going to have to do a lot of work in the coming weeks!)
Forum: Got a Question?
Topic: TK Maxx in Balham
Replies: 36
by skeraf
Tue Oct 16, 2012 9:45 pm

Re: Battersea Park Jubilee Festival

I might be able to help with some answers to a few of the posts. After much calling round today, I found out that every person - even a 1 year old - does need a ticket. Also, do check on the Pageant website to find out which bridges are open and closed. Some of them - and I think Albert Bridge is on...
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Battersea Park Jubilee Festival
Replies: 24
by skeraf
Tue May 29, 2012 3:58 pm

Battersea Park Jubilee Pageant

I have an adult ticket for the festival which I would like to swap for two child tickets. Is anyone able to help? If you are, please do post or send me an email.

I hope someone can help!
Forum: Activities
Topic: Battersea Park Jubilee Pageant
Replies: 0
by skeraf
Tue May 29, 2012 2:23 pm

Re: Battersea Park Diamond Jubilee

I have emailed you privately about this as the number you have put in your post doesn't work. Please get in touch if you are still interested in swapping as I may be able to help.
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Battersea Park Diamond Jubilee
Replies: 2
by skeraf
Tue May 29, 2012 2:19 pm

Re: Catholic primary school admission criteria

Well said BalhamMumWorkingFT!
Forum: Schools
Topic: Catholic primary school admission criteria
Replies: 19
by skeraf
Mon Jul 18, 2011 4:49 pm

Re: Holy Ghost catchment area

To answer your first question, Holy Ghost doesn't have a fixed catchment area. Whether a child from any given street gets a place will depend on how many siblings are in a particular year and then how close the remaining "non-sibling" children live. Both factors can lead to large variation...
Forum: Schools
Topic: Holy Ghost catchment area
Replies: 3
by skeraf
Mon Mar 28, 2011 9:16 pm

Re: primary schools - holy ghost, st anselms, st boniface

I sympathise with your dilemma! I have been in a similar position to yours in a previous year. When I submitted my child's application, I put HG as the first choice (like you, we are weekly attendees at Mass at HG) and then St Anselm's as the second choice. When doing this, I realised that the chanc...
Forum: Schools
Topic: primary schools - holy ghost, st anselms, st boniface
Replies: 2
by skeraf
Tue Nov 09, 2010 11:22 pm