I think it was around 252 as we were 255m away and would have not got in even with the bulge class. It does seem to be a bit bigger this year as we've been offered a place at Fairlawn.

I think we are spoilt for choice in this area and the difference between Fairlawn and Horniman is between an outstanding one and a potentially outstanding one. Both have different types of headship and leadership but I just think both will give your child a great education. The Horniman school setting is just stunning- I don't know many schools with an amphitheatre for instance, rabbits, and views to die for as well as lots of fresh air!

I think also that parents have a great contribution to make to schools and if something isn't working then you can always work with other parents to change it. An outstanding school may not be outstanding for ever and no school is without its problems.