EDmummy

Agree, don't try early morning if you need to be seen quickly. All the fasters head there early. I found about 12.30-1.00pm great. Seen within 15 mins. Good luck!

If the area is not infected (pus) then best treatment is Vaseline or diprobase.

Difficult for working patents when schools close during the school day! If I go into work then school closes then it could take around 2 hours to get back (if transport halted). Dilemma.

Definitely take him to GP or optician. Both can refer to ophthalmogist. Both of my boys has problems around this age. One had exophoria (both eyes), the other a slight squint. Exophoria treated with eye exercise, the other has grown out of it. Nothing to worry about but worth checking out.

Teaches creationism alongside evolution? Really? Evidence? Experience?

If you think you will still be there for secondary school then I'd well advise you also consider this. Only a few of the secondaries near by have a distance criteria but if they sound like a school you might be interested in then worth considering. It may seem along way off now but time really does go so much quicker than you think!

Edanna Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Ah, EDmummy, why didn't I think of that. Glad to > know it's not real. Thank you. Honest reaction to be cautious! I just happen to be a bit of a cynic so am familiar with this site.

Easy to check http://www.hoax-slayer.com/infant-car-seat-gang-warning.shtml

Wherever you choose, it is no longer true that housing is cheaper than here and a lot of people now send there children to private school as state provision isn't like it used to be. Lots of homework will make your move much smoother.

Can't comment on Brisie either as I'm from Perth but as Strawbs says work is a factor. The industry you work in is a big factor as there will be less opportunities for jobs in banking and high tech in Queensland. Saying that my British cousin is a secondary teacher in Brisbane and is doing brilliantly after immigrating from the UK a couple of years ago. He was going to move to Sydney but is now in line for a headship. Sometimes it works to be big fish in a small pond!

Having had the most wonderful experience first time round (and 2 of my very close NCT mums and kids at same school) I was shocked by this the second time. I can't honestly say I have ever been snobbish to any other parent in all the time my kids have been at school but as Sillywoman says, these are probably the same types who you might have encountered when you were at school. Pick your strategy - either try and join them by inviting their offspring for playdates or ignore bad behaviour and try and get past it. I sometimes wonder if some of these mothers are just as unsure as we are so cling to the small group of people they know. Another thing I noticed is the difference of friendliness between parents of boys and parents of girls ie., if you are both parents of girls it's slightly easier than if not.

So sorry to hear this Celtspur222. Rotters! Living nearby I'm interested to know how they got in.

Ah, I love stats....but who the hell is Mrs Padmore who is listed at Heber's Head Teacher?

Chillaxed Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > "Yes, children have come from further afield but > that is because of local snobbery and prejudice" > > Genuinely interested, but how does local snobbery > (which I'm sure exists) mean kids come from > further afield? Do local kids not fill the > available places? Local parents just don't put it as a choice on their forms or put it third or fourth. Not all schools have distance as a criteria (Kingsdale), some have bands and distance (Harris ED, Harris Crystal Palace) and others are distance only (Charter). The school is starting to attract more local kids but as it is relatively new and hasn't yet done GCSE exams, some parents are wary. I'm pleased so far but am definitely not complacent.

brendapermaul Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Harris has a track record of getting on badly with > local authorities and local authority schools. > They do not co-operate with them and can be > aggressive towards them. > Other local authorities have managed and expanding > primary population by increasing the size of their > existing schools. I cannot see where there is > space to build a local school in this area. > Those of us who campaigned against the Harris > secondary a few years ago predicted it would not > be a local school - and indeed it is not. What we > have is an intrusive eyesore, not a school that > local people send their children too. > Far better to work with schools that are already > here and want to meet the needs of the local > population. So what are you basing your statement on the lack of local children at the school? Like Denmother, my son goes to Harris Boys ED, lives three streets away from it and has local kids as class mates. Yes, children have come from further afield but that is because of local snobbery and prejudice. I want this school to be a jewel in the crown of the Harris network and one of the ways for this to happen is if we have a good mix of local children. Why would you not want to support a school on your doorstep. Any local parents worried about the firm discipline of the school shouldn't! It is nothing like the rumours and from what I have heard of another local secondary school, works far more effectively in keeping a productive learning environment that a more laissez faire approach.

OT, Rob Schneider at Sunshine House has been amazing! My son needs some support at school for writing but that's associated with his hypermobility - he struggles with pen control because for him it's like writing with sponges for fingers. As far as the SPD is concerned, it's more about teacher awareness and their use of strategies to support concentration etc.

OT, Rob Schneider at Sunshine House has been amazing! My son needs some support at school for writing but that's associated with his hypermobility - he struggles with pen control because for him it's like writing with sponges for fingers. As far as the SPD is concerned, it's more about teacher awareness and their use of strategies to support concentration etc.

Sorry to hear about your wrist. You didn't happen to be a victim of the slippery tiles at the entrance of Londis? I've slipped on these before and was pleased to notice them changing them today.

As Fuschia says, there is overlap between DCD and sensory processing disorder, we have also had our diagnosis shifted from one to the other, with hypermobility added to the mix. I found this book and website fantastic http://out-of-sync-child.com/ PM me if you want to chat about experiences.

Susyp, you may also want to give Macmillan Cancer Support a quick ring or look on their website as they have advice for people affected by cancer and employment. I completely understand how you feel about the medical clause and it might be worth having a conversation with your employer if you are concerned about this.

Perfect site for key worker housing!

Firstly let me say how sorry I am to hear about your burglary. Secondly,thank you very much for posting and alerting us. We back on to houses that back on to Barry Rd and often work from home so will keep an eye out.

Wow, you have all my respect! I've had sleep problems all my life but nothing on the scale of yours. I follow a 'sleep hygeine'routine but it's not always successful. My latests trick is to get a few hours of sleep on the couch before bedtime (about 2 hours) then about another 2-3 hours in bed (toss/turn/hours sleep/toss/turn - repeat). I get up at 5.30am for work, full days work then back to sorting out kids (7 & 11). I live for holidays, time when they're are no expectations or routine. I must end up sleeping about 10/hours a night on hol! Bliss!!

I suppose it depends on the type of girl she is. Outdoors type, then maybe a few horse riding lessons (although could turn into an expensive hobby). Girly type? Good haircut and lunch in a fancy restaurant. Bookish? Then definitely a Kindle Fire. If she gets a Fire then everyone else can get her vouchers for books and music. Pushing the boat out? Mini iPad! On second thoughts, maybe this is my wish list! I hope she has a fabulous day! It's a very special time.

My 11 year old was offered ?100 to stop biting his nails by his grandad when he was 7. Money earned to date, a big fat 0! Sorry, no tips here. His younger brother has now followed suit.