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Re: Reckless driver in Stormont Road / Clapham Northside

We have a cargo bike and have used it daily for the last 2 years with no issue around the neighbourhood. My kids and I wear a helmet and we’re careful using it, using bike paths when we can. I think it is a wonderful form of transport which is positive for the environment and alleviates pressure on ...
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Reckless driver in Stormont Road / Clapham Northside
Replies: 22
by astro
Tue Aug 08, 2023 11:24 pm

Re: Is having a 'bump' o a class night out usual?

In answer to your original question, no I wouldn’t say this is normal practice. We haven’t seen it at any of the class parties that we’ve been to over the last 5 years (another sure why it matters, but yes, our children go to a private school). Maybe it is going on and we’re just not included! I dou...
Forum: Schools
Topic: Is having a 'bump' o a class night out usual?
Replies: 16
by astro
Mon Jul 10, 2023 11:00 am

Afterschool nanny/housekeeper wanted for 20-25 hours a week

Hi,  We're looking for an after-school nanny to help out with our independent, fun children who are aged 8 and 10. We need someone to start immediately. Duties would mainly involve cooking them dinner, picking them up from school, taking them to clubs and after school events, overseeing their homewo...
Forum: Childcare
Topic: Afterschool nanny/housekeeper wanted for 20-25 hours a week
Replies: 0
by astro
Wed May 03, 2023 10:13 pm

Re: Caterer for a party of 50 at home

I’d highly recommend Ruth Waygill from Forkful foods. We’ve had her cater for two work Christmas parties and a 40th at our house and the food has been delicious and wait staff great.

Good luck!
Forum: Got a Question?
Topic: Caterer for a party of 50 at home
Replies: 3
by astro
Mon Mar 27, 2023 10:26 am

Re: Are independent schools better than state? Primary.

I agree it depends. The head of my child’s prep school has said herself that there is very little difference between attainment on core subjects such as English and maths between state and independent, the difference comes in the other subjects and potentially in the pastoral care. The advantage in ...
Forum: Got a Question?
Topic: Are independent schools better than state? Primary.
Replies: 10
by astro
Mon Oct 31, 2022 12:05 pm

Re: New Collective Artist Studio & Classes opening soon! Art enthusiasts - please help me by giving your opinion :) !

I’d be interested in adult drop in classes for painting or drawing. Also for holiday classes for kids.

I’m not sure if you’re aware, but there is a fantastic adults art school on lavender hill so worth checking our their offerings as a comparison.

Thanks
Forum: Activities
Topic: New Collective Artist Studio & Classes opening soon! Art enthusiasts - please help me by giving your opinion :) !
Replies: 4
by astro
Mon Apr 11, 2022 12:43 pm

Re: massive £20/13% increase in Spencer Cricket fees for 2022

Plenty of state schools kids in my sons group so not sure what this poster is talking about.

Yes they ask for parental involvement but no different to Spencer and wayfarers hockey, or other sports that my kids are involved in.
Forum: Got a Question?
Topic: massive £20/13% increase in Spencer Cricket fees for 2022
Replies: 22
by astro
Mon Jan 24, 2022 7:42 am

Re: Newton Prep or Eaton House The Manor?

Just to add, we have two children and EHTM and find it isn’t nearly as traditional as the uniform would suggest! My daughter hates pink and frozen and is very happy there, despite the compulsory ballet. I really didn’t want the single sex element either and fully plan to send my kids to co-Ed second...
Forum: Got a Question?
Topic: Newton Prep or Eaton House The Manor?
Replies: 11
by astro
Mon Nov 29, 2021 9:01 am

Re: Low Ovarian Reserve

Hi, There is hope - I had an AMH of 0.7 at 34 and now have 2 gorgeous kids, born naturally. We went to the lister initially and they were good if you get the right doctor. They were good at explaining that all you need is one egg, one high quality egg is as good as lots of average ones. We got pregn...
Forum: Got a Question?
Topic: Low Ovarian Reserve
Replies: 10
by astro
Mon Nov 22, 2021 1:53 pm

Re: Looking for Nuserys

Agree with the above. There was a perception that marmalade cat and mouse hole were feeders for Thomas’s but it was never 100% true, and with the lottery system that no longer applies.

We have children at Eaton house and lthe other kids come from a wide range of nurseries. Don’t stress!
Forum: Got a Question?
Topic: Looking for Nuserys
Replies: 5
by astro
Mon Nov 01, 2021 9:36 am

Re: Breast Augmentation

Generally I’d say that it really isn’t the done thing around here, we’re not on love island. I’m sure some people have had work done but if so it is discrete. I considered it after breastfeeding but decided that it wasn’t necessary as my body recovered over time. I think it’s a fabulous thing to do ...
Forum: Childcare
Topic: Breast Augmentation
Replies: 11
by astro
Thu Jul 15, 2021 9:17 am

Re: Tutoring on top of private prep school

Agree. Maybe it occurs later, but we haven’t gotten to year 3 and the only tutoring that we’ve seen is the kids going for 7+ Exams, and even then it has been in 1 or 2 weaker subjects.

I’m sure it is there but none of our closest friends feel the need.
Forum: Schools
Topic: Tutoring on top of private prep school
Replies: 16
by astro
Mon Jul 12, 2021 8:59 pm

Adult piano lessons

Hi All,

We bought a piano during lockdown and husband is really enjoying playing it. He is a beginner and I’d like to get him some lessons.
Can anyone recommend someone who teaches adults? I’m not sure how different it is to teaching children?

Thanks
Forum: Got a Question?
Topic: Adult piano lessons
Replies: 1
by astro
Mon Jun 14, 2021 9:17 am

Re: want to move my family back to Aus

I have often thought the same ktk - it is all so easy when you’re young and you fall in love not quite understanding the ramifications for later in life! I’d be interested to hear more about the differences in schooling since you’ve done both. You said your kids had to ‘catch-up’ when they came back...
Forum: Got a Question?
Topic: want to move my family back to Aus
Replies: 11
by astro
Mon Jun 14, 2021 9:07 am

Re: want to move my family back to Aus

Seems like we’ve found a support group for Aussies missing home :-) I too am in a similar position - have been here 17 years, married a Brit and have 2 kids. We’ve always talked of trying life over there ‘one day’ but the goalposts keep moving, and my husband really won’t consider it because of his ...
Forum: Got a Question?
Topic: want to move my family back to Aus
Replies: 11
by astro
Mon Jun 07, 2021 9:37 am