newblossom wrote:
Hi all, if we get place in KEGS thought of moving to near by area. DS scored enough to get in based on history scores. so thought of exploring the good areas to move in. DD goes to primary, so looking for:
1. Area which has good primary schools
2. Common catchment area for Essex Girls schools
3. Commute to Central London
4. Obviously better commute to KEGS

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Could you suggest your views please? Thanks in advance. Currently in Ilford and not fond of DS travelling everyday 2hours for school.
Thanks in advance.
Beaulieu Park? Ticks 1, 2 and 4, although re girls' grammars, only really convenient for CCHS. New all-through 4 - 16 school built on the edge (city side) of the development, currently on its second Reception and first Yr7 intake. Direct bus into the centre. Only not so much ticking 3, as you would have to add the bus ride to your rail commute. There is intermittently talk of extending the railway out there, but nothing has come of it so far.