The 12+, 13+
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The 12+, 13+
Anyone know anything about this - I'd be grateful. Son has failed 11+ and been offered a place at a really dismal school. Don't think we stand much chance in the appeal process so am considering 12+ but know NOTHING about it.
When I was at school (70s and 80s) the 11+ was not taken in Maidstone. Selection was at 13. It was referred to as 13+ but it wasn't an exam.
I do know that Grammar schools can take kids on as "casual entries" but if the child has taken the 11+ and not got a high enough mark, they are not eligible until the following academic year. (12+ ?)
If your child missed the cut by more than a whisker, he might be happier at a comprehensive rather than a Grammar. Grammars have zero support for those who aren't at the standard of the majority. Maybe an appeal would be better directed at a good comp rather than a Grammar.
Just a thought.
I do know that Grammar schools can take kids on as "casual entries" but if the child has taken the 11+ and not got a high enough mark, they are not eligible until the following academic year. (12+ ?)
If your child missed the cut by more than a whisker, he might be happier at a comprehensive rather than a Grammar. Grammars have zero support for those who aren't at the standard of the majority. Maybe an appeal would be better directed at a good comp rather than a Grammar.
Just a thought.
Really!Annon wrote:I called the education dept for info about the 11+ appeals panels, and they were incredibly helpful. Really impressive level of support. I suggest you call them as they are the people who will know about 12+
I'm stunned. I called three times and got three different teenagers, none of whom had the faintest idea about the procedure at all. They couldn't even tell me if you make the appeal in person or just in writing. You must have got through to the only "adult" member of staff.
Anonymous wrote: Grammars have zero support for those who aren't at the standard of the majority. Maybe an appeal would be better directed at a good comp rather than a Grammar.
Rather interesting comment. If Grammars have zero support for those who aren't the standard of the majority, how do they regularly produce 98%-100% pass at GCSE?
They surely don't appear to be leaving any child behind judging by these results.