www.alleyns.org.uk: Charity Commission. Eg at tour there was lots of emphasis about the high grades in music, awards won, etc.Very very glad we chose Alleyns - dd very happy, its nurturing, rounded, and has fantastic opportunities for music, sport, drama, art etc. Yes, the diversity issue is striking and one factor we are grappling with as we decide between Alleyn's and Dulwich College. JAGS is by far the academic of the two schools. London SE22 8TE. We initially thought we wanted Jags but went to see them both again (after we had the offers), talked to local friends with experience of both, and decided on Alleyns in the end. I think these departments really benefit from being coed (I think JAGs may collaborate with Dulwich College for music and drama so perhaps this isn't a massive issue in the older years). Interested in joining JAGS Choral Society? Yammer. No idea if this is true but something to think about, and ask about if relevant for your dd.On the other hand, Alleyn's has amazing music teachers and ensembles, and their drama department is excellent as well. Maybe it was included in the assessment day itself then? Alanah Dennis. I don't remember my dd having an interview for the 7+! reception@alleyns.org.uk. or. Create New Account. in this section. Depends what you mean by diverse. But if you are asking about advice on which to pick my friend says Alleyn. I don't like that they manage girls out of the prep as it must create a feeling of added pressure to do well. Open Mornings. To use this feature subscribe to Mumsnet Premium - get first access to new features see fewer ads, and support Mumsnet. We honestly weren't expecting to be in this position so we have encouraged her not to develop a favourite over the past year or so - which is backfiring on us all now!She is sporty. Another Press Conference this afternoon .... Do you have questions about creating positive bathroom habits and routines? Would you be able to ask your friend why she would pick Alleyns over Jags please? Find out what Mumsnet users thought of Echo by Lloyd’s Pharmacy, Share your imaginative play tips with The LEGO Group: £200 voucher to be won, Talk widget showing discussions of the day & trending threads, Subscribe to Mumsnet emails direct to your inbox. Izzy Elkington. We celebrate the fact that our girls speak some 50 home languages. You can’t go wrong with either so it’s more about picking which is better for your child. Another Press Conference this afternoon .... Do you have questions about creating positive bathroom habits and routines? Alleyn's School, registered charity no. London SE22 8TE. However, I know parents who swear up and down that JAPS is very nurturing despite its reputation for only suiting a very academic girl. T: 020 8693 1181. prep. Log In. However, having looked at all the schools in the area including co-eds like Rosemead and Oakfield, they are all significantly more diverse than Alleyns for some reason. She described DC as more down to earth which I think is also true for JAGS.I think that’s probably off putting for many as no matter how much money you have now as someone who was either previously working class or non-white British that vibe will strike you as the school potentially not being for you. While Alleyns is theoretically more selective JAGs outperforms Alleyns academically most years though there isn't much in it. Read Our Prospectus. Yes i know they do at 11 though. Kudos. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. Further details for the whole school can be found in our prospectus. From what I hear Alleyn is by far the better school. 2 Dulwich Village. There's very little difference in results - JAGS is usually fractionally ahead but you'd expect that from a girls' school, but if you have a bright, motivated child at either they'll come out with stellar grades We were worried that all girls may be a bit much for her but she's found her group of friends who like similar things. Welcome to the JAGS Junior School website, which is intended to give you a flavour of the education the girls experience at our school. Alleyns' policies strike me as more nurturing-- they don't manage kids out, they have a sibling policy etc so they aren't as obsessed with league table results and it has a reputation for being less pressured- I have friends who teach music at Alleyns and JAGs. I just hope it helps as we had a similar dilemma with north London schools for my eldest and a post on here really helped me choose the right school so I hope this helps in return! JAGs and Alleyns both have theatres and decent grounds. Log In. Gives opportunity and encouragement and support to pursue passions and talent, but also highly motivating and supportive for all-rounders or those who don't have absolutely outstanding talents in one thing. Alleyn's 400; Alleyn's Holiday Camps; Alleyn's WW1 Commemoration Site (opens in new window/tab) The 400th Anniversary Campaign; Latest News; Contact Us; Term Dates; Coronavirus Information; Back to top. I can't think it would be an admissions issue at all (especially as out of all the schools we've gone through both the 7+ and 11+ processes for both my dc, the admissions process at Alleyns was the about the only one which seemed to be purely based on academic assessments - ie no interviews or parent meetings, and as far as I remember didn't even ask what the parents occupations were or if there were family connections to the school, unlike eg both Jags and Dulwich college IIRC. 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