It is that time of year when those of us with Year 6 children attend the local schools' open days. It is with some cynicism I listen to the head of each school advising how important it is to "choose" the right school for our children. This word "choose" implies one has a choice. The only choice one has, in my opinion, is to buy a property next door to the school you want your child to attend because unless there is a sibling at the school it is probably the only guarantee they will get a place.
CAROLINE MANN
Bournewood Road
Orpington
October 24, 2001 15:52
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