Well we all went to visit the school, hubby included.
The head greeted us all, the showed us around the school, chatting to the children all the way around.
Annie met the teacher she would have, I liked how she took Annie all around the classroom, asking and showing her things. Annie seemed quite excited by it all.
Then we got to where Tom would go, there was some children having an extra science class, they will be going to high school in the summer. They were dissecting daffodils.
The teacher he would have seemed nice, introduced herself, explained what they were doing.
Taken into the outside grounds to the wild wood, which the children loved as I knew they would.
We went back to the staff room, where we discussed some bits and pieces, the children are more than happy to go, so will attend on Monday...eeek!
I still had the warm happy feeling when I revisited, my hubby was quiet, he said later he was taking it all in, he liked the school and like me felt we are extremely blessed to have moved close to a school we didn't really know existed, that had such a family feeling.
He did feel the weight of the enormity of them going back into the school system, so he feels for them having to do this.
I asked the kids on a scale of 1 to 10 how they felt, 1 being it was awful, 10 being they would be very happy to go.
Annie gave it a 10 I'm not surprised as she skipped all the way around chatting animatedly to the head
Tom surprised me by giving it a 9, far higher than I thought he would give, he said by visiting the school before hand helped him with some of his fears. he liked what he saw.
I think Tom will have the most adjusting to do, so will keep a watchful eye out for him
Each child will be assigned a 'buddy' to show them the ropes to hep them settle. They both liked that idea.
I'm sure there will be teething problems, but the school seems to have a policy of good communication with the parents, so hoping that any issues that may arise can be dealt with quickly.
I feel more happy about the decision, but still looking at curriculum's...lol!
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Thursday, 24 April 2008
Update part 2
Posted by CJ at 4/24/2008
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Wow, it all happens quickly doesn't it! I wish them all the best and keep my fingers crossed that they soon settle in.
Hi CJ
It sounds like you have found a gem of a school for them and I am sure they will be fine there.
We all need time to recharge our batteries from time to time. If things don't work out then you know that homeschooling is an option.
At the end of the day you have to do what is best for you and your family.
All the best to you.
Emma
Thank you both :-)
Now the decision is made, then I do feel more settled. I will use the time while they are away to recharge my batteries, and to deal with 'other' stuff.
But any real trouble, then they will be out like a shot!
CJ x
I'm sure they'll settle in without any problems. Glad all the family was as positive as you were when they saw the school.
Have you read: http://tworedboots.co.uk/blog/
They started at school, then went to HE and now back to school. I'm sure Sarah could help with any adjustment questions-her kids all seem very happy at school.
Always remember these descisions aren't set in stone!
Do they need uniforms by Monday?
Hi CJ
Glad it's all going well so far. If mine went to a school it sounds like that one would be the one I would want to send them to. Keep in touch won't you?
Thnaks for the links to tworedboots Elizabeth, just had a quick read of the why the kids went back into school, I found it an encouraging read.
Don't think you'll get rid of me that easily Bridget ;-)
CJ x
How did it go today?
Hi Elizabeth, i've made a detailed post about it, over at the SHE forum, didn't want to post it on here.
Thanks for thinking about us and asking :-)
CJ x
How are the kids enjoying school?
Hi CJ
Been out of circulation so just read why you have been quiet lately!!! Hope it is all going well and the children are happy. I bet it feels really strange for you.
You've got time to get some chickens now!
best wishes, Julie.
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