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Re: Alternative primary schools

Have you looked at the New School in West Norwood? It’s in the old Virgo Fidelis prep building and takes a democratic approach to education. It’s independent but doesn’t charge fees (!). Most of the children there were previously home-schooled. https://www.thenewschool.org.uk/ There are also a coupl...
Forum: Schools
Topic: Alternative primary schools
Replies: 2
by Bibbity
Mon Sep 18, 2023 11:06 am

Re: Another 8% fee increase at Hornsby House school

Hill House is considerably cheaper. Maybe also look east to schools like Rosemead and Oakfield - both on the South Circular.
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Another 8% fee increase at Hornsby House school
Replies: 52
by Bibbity
Fri Mar 31, 2023 9:09 pm

Re: Waiting list hangout

It was all done over email but I did respond very quickly when the initial decision came out to say it was our first choice. I don’t know if they had a ranked waiting list or if other factors were in play. I was just relieved we didn’t have to wait too long!
Forum: Schools
Topic: Waiting list hangout
Replies: 7
by Bibbity
Wed Mar 01, 2023 9:48 am

Re: Waiting list hangout

I'm very relieved to say that our waitlist position turned into an offer this week.  Fingers crossed for you, nail biting.  Have you had any news? 
Forum: Schools
Topic: Waiting list hangout
Replies: 7
by Bibbity
Fri Feb 24, 2023 5:19 pm

Re: Waiting list hangout

I don’t know but I’m hoping there will have been some movement now that all the offers have been out for at least a week.
Forum: Schools
Topic: Waiting list hangout
Replies: 7
by Bibbity
Fri Feb 17, 2023 1:21 pm

Waiting list hangout

Just thought I’d start a space for those of us (with or without offers) who are on a waiting list for Y7. Anyone want to wait with me? It’s nerve-wracking.

We are WL for the Cedars school in Norwood.
Forum: Schools
Topic: Waiting list hangout
Replies: 7
by Bibbity
Thu Feb 16, 2023 9:12 pm

Re: Daughter's best friend and family quite religious and she is asking why we don't pray

In the kindest way, your even posing this question implies a certain degree of intolerance. Just answer your daughter’s questions. She has noticed and is asking questions about differences in the world. Be glad she has this curiosity and use it to reinforce your own beliefs in the same way you outli...
Forum: Childcare
Topic: Daughter's best friend and family quite religious and she is asking why we don't pray
Replies: 31
by Bibbity
Mon Aug 15, 2022 10:42 pm

Re: Thames Christian School

At the end of the talk the Head said something like "One last thing - Thames is a mainstream school, not a special school.  We try to be inclusive but there are limits.  Please remember we are a mainstream school." I also found that my access to the Senco was blocked at every turn.  When I...
Forum: Schools
Topic: Thames Christian School
Replies: 18
by Bibbity
Fri Mar 11, 2022 1:38 pm

Re: Thames Christian School

Sad to report I didn't like it.  The facilities are all new and and classes are small, I can't deny that. It has a good mix of nationalities and races, which I think is important. I found the Brutalist concrete architecture and all the glass not at all welcoming.  And the paved courtyards with high ...
Forum: Schools
Topic: Thames Christian School
Replies: 18
by Bibbity
Wed Mar 09, 2022 8:04 pm

Re: Thames Christian School

I'm interested in any parental feedback on this school.  I'm going to the open day tomorrow.  I'm a bit concerned by what I perceive as a move to a less inclusive approach to pupils with SEN over the past few years as seen through statements on their website.  Up to five years ago they used to say t...
Forum: Schools
Topic: Thames Christian School
Replies: 18
by Bibbity
Mon Mar 07, 2022 3:56 pm

Re: German speaking activities/meetup

If you are looking for something more formal, there's the German kindergarten in Herne Hill https://www.germankindergarten.co.uk/hernehill (two sites, one near Herne Hill station and the other one near North Dulwich station).  Judith Kerr primary school in Herne Hill might also be able to signpost y...
Forum: Got a Question?
Topic: German speaking activities/meetup
Replies: 10
by Bibbity
Mon Jul 12, 2021 12:40 pm

Re: ADD/ADHD - diagnosis recommendation

I can recommend Dr Giovanni Giaroli & Associates: http://www.dr-giaroli.org.   Dr Giaroli diagnosed my son last year and was able to immediately start him on medications to help with his issues (I should say he didn't push meds, he did lay out non-med alternatives, but the degree of ADHD (and ot...
Forum: Got a Question?
Topic: ADD/ADHD - diagnosis recommendation
Replies: 9
by Bibbity
Mon Dec 07, 2020 11:10 am

Re: 11 plus

If you think it is worth it and you can stomach it, I would pull the school into this.  First of all the bullying and teasing needs to be addressed.  The school must have an anti-bullying policy which by the sounds of it, is not being complied with. Secondly, if this is a prep school, what are they ...
Forum: Got a Question?
Topic: 11 plus
Replies: 15
by Bibbity
Mon Jul 06, 2020 12:09 pm

Re: Tramp in local coffee shop

I think you could use this opportunity to do something nice for this man.  Perhaps get together a little package of deodorant, wipes, hand sanitiser, a toothbrush, toothpaste and some other small hygiene items?  It probably wouldn't cost more than your weekly coffee expenditure and it might help him...
Forum: Got a Question?
Topic: Tramp in local coffee shop
Replies: 32
by Bibbity
Tue Sep 03, 2019 10:28 pm

Re: Educational Psychologist recommendations please

We have used Dirk Flower of Flower Associates for quite a few years now with regards to our son.  You can find him at flowerassociates.com.  He's not the warm and cuddly type but we have found his insights and techniques very helpful.  He costs £186 per hourly session for a consultation.
Forum: Got a Question?
Topic: Educational Psychologist recommendations please
Replies: 4
by Bibbity
Mon Mar 11, 2019 11:33 am