INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS • St Paul's boys second round results are arriving
They have allocated two days for all the interviews: Saturday 1st Feb and Saturday 8th Feb and parents are asked to keep these two dates free.They will notify parents on Tuesday 28th January the exact...
View ArticleHertfordshire (Other and North London) • Marks needed in VR and English/Maths...
I've seen the historical data about rankings, but in now starting to prepare my DC for 2026 tests, I'm struggling to find reliable data on what scores we should be aiming for on each paper. Does...
View ArticleHertfordshire (Other and North London) • Re: Marks needed in VR and...
This is not specific to DAO but grammar schools with super-selective exams like DAO and Latymer apparently require above 85% in practice for VR and MathsStatistics: Posted by YetAnotherDad — Tue Jan...
View ArticleHertfordshire (Other and North London) • Re: Change to DAO admission policies...
They confirmed it won’t go ahead. https://damealiceowens.herts.sch.uk/wp- ... -26_27.pdfStatistics: Posted by Smallbutmighty — Fri Jan 31, 2025 12:12 pm
View ArticleBuckinghamshire • What is a high enough score for bucks out of catchment?
So some schools of Bucks do offer out of catchment seats if child has scored high enough e.g Chesham Grammar, John Hampden, Royal Grammar etc. Does any have idea of what is a high enough score to be...
View ArticleBuckinghamshire • Re: What is a high enough score for bucks out of catchment?
So some schools of Bucks do offer out of catchment seats if child has scored high enough e.g Chesham Grammar, John Hampden, Royal Grammar etc. Does any have idea of what is a high enough score to be...
View Article11 PLUS APPEALS • Re: Non-qualification appeal & dyslexia
HiMy husband and I are in a very similar situation with outlet daughter. Is there any chance you could share details of your appeals letter and evidence used?My daughter’s school were of the opinion...
View Article11 PLUS APPEALS • Re: Dyslexia Diagnosis & Appeal Chance
Hi Did your appeal succeed. We are in a very similar situation. Any hints & tips on this would be greatly appreciatedStatistics: Posted by Reallyupsetmum25 — Sat Feb 01, 2025 9:28 pm
View ArticleKent • In year entry to a Kent grammar
Can anyone advise where I might find details/ past papers for the CAT test that DC need to sit to potentially move to a Kent grammar in year?Also, can you advise on the process?DC in year 8...
View ArticleHertfordshire (Other and North London) • Re: Changing your application...
I just wanted to update for potential future readers of this thread who are in similar position. The twin who wants to go to HBS hasn’t stopped going on about it (which has included her writing...
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Bexley and Bromley • Re: Query re BETHS Admissions Policy
Yippie by god grace we got the great news today, my son has been finally offered a place at Beths grammar because of the criteria 8, he was on waiting list and we were continually checking on (started...
View ArticleYorkshire • Re: Changes to the NHGS and CH Admissions
I’m concerned about the creative writing element.Statistics: Posted by Fredmo — Tue Feb 04, 2025 5:41 pm
View ArticleINDEPENDENT SCHOOLS • 13+ from state primary
I have looked on some independent schools' websites, but I am still unsure if a pupil from a state primary can apply for a 13+ place? For example, Westminster school says " We advise those pupils who...
View ArticleINDEPENDENT SCHOOLS • Re: 13+ from state primary
I have looked on some independent schools' websites, but I am still unsure if a pupil from a state primary can apply for a 13+ place? For example, Westminster school says " We advise those pupils who...
View ArticleHertfordshire (Other and North London) • Re: Latymer creative writing - style
I think the guidance you are providing (register, style, audience) and the correct person (1st, 3rd) should do the trick. The guidance we had from the tutor was also to use many big/interesting words...
View Article11 PLUS APPEALS • Forthcoming appeal
I would very much appreciate some advice for our forthcoming appeal.Our daughter (EAL) did not pass her Kent test. Her score was NVR 121, Maths 117 but her English was 101 and she needed more than 106...
View Article11 PLUS APPEALS • Re: Forthcoming appeal
I would very much appreciate some advice for our forthcoming appeal.Our daughter (EAL) did not pass her Kent test. Her score was NVR 121, Maths 117 but her English was 101 and she needed more than 106...
View ArticleNON-VERBAL REASONING • Re: NVR books and resources for 11+ @home preparation
Have you found them? As your post was a while ago. Which schools still use NVR?Statistics: Posted by stargazer — Thu Feb 06, 2025 6:27 pm
View ArticleWarwickshire • Re: Results 2024 for 2025 Entry - Warks
Thank you!We'll start a new thread just before allocation day. Just so everyone is aware, Warks used to issue the information sheet a few days before March 1st which was very helpful as people had a...
View ArticleHertfordshire (Other and North London) • Re: Latymer Admissions 2025
We had an invite too and will be attending on the 26th. Looking forward to meet other parents on the day.Statistics: Posted by GnnK — Thu Feb 20, 2025 11:19 am
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