Senior school places - what if she doesn't get in?
In many areas of the country there is huge pressure on school places at 11+ ... Read more
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My daughter started with anxiety issues about going to school in February 2011 just after half term. Each morning she would be in floods of tears at the thought of having to go in and stay at school for a whole day...
Great tips,and may I applaud you Mrs Dowling for going with your instincts and listening to your daughter,that must have been a big step.
Enjoyed this article – very helpful! Did not find the head in my daughter’s junior school helpful at all, but her class teacher was great.