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Possibly it was compiled before the bulge class was agreed or perhaps it makes it easier to stick with the normal 90 places so as not to confuse people who may think that 120 is their normal intake amount. I can assure you though that this academic year (09/10) they took in 4 classes amounting to 120 children and next year it will be 3 classes.

Just to confirm, Goodrich actually took in 4 classes last year (two in September and two for the January in take) so they had 120 reception children (09/10). This year they won't have a bulge class but will still be taking their usual 90 children (3 classes) again spread over two start times (September and January).

I believe it is only temporary until the necessary work is done to fix whatever broke. If you check out the schools website all the information is on there. x

Goodrich School took on a bulge class last year and as far as I can tell it really hasn't had a negative impact on the school or the children. This year Goodrich has close to 120 pupils in its reception year. My son is in Reception at Goodrich and loves it. He feels safe and secure and is not even aware that he attends a school with the largest primary school role in Southwark! If taking on an extra class for Heber means that more local children are provided with a local school then the community as a whole should support this and the school! Good luck to you all with securing a place locally. M

It's odd this notion that 3 is bad number...middle child syndrome and all that. I am one of two as is my husband and we both wanted more than two as we could see the down side of being just 'one of two'. Personally I think the number of children you have and their future childhood experience is much more to do with the parenting and love that the child/children experience than how many siblings they may or may not have.

What makes you think it going to rain during our Easter bank holidays...?!?!?!?!

Done at 3. Time, money, space do not feature in my need/wish to stop I just can't bare the idea of being pregnant again!!

I agree with the previous posters, what more can the school do? They have sent very stern letters out to the whole school and they have stood outside on various mornings but to be honest it hasn't worked and should they really have to police the parents in this way? It's about time parents started to make a stand and confront other parents about their behaviour. It's no good having a moan on this forum. I have previously tackled a parent who nearly reversed into my child whilst we were crossing the road. The parent hardly batted an eyelid but it left me feeling guilty about any consequences it may have on my kid in the playground later on (her child was older and much bigger). Individually tackling this problem will probably just lead to heated arguments at an already fractious time of the morning. Collective action is needed. Any ideas?

My kids have been able to manage short animated films from about age three onwards. Test them out at home with a film first though!! I'm just waiting for my littlest one to 'come of age' then we can all go to the cinema on a rainy saturday afternoon...not that we get many of those in this country....

third the stacking cups. Ikea always has them in stock if you know of anyone going there.

It's all over now. Apparently they got the young boy down safely (according to a community warden) which is relief.

I had my third with Brierley and they were wonderful. They do prefer people to decide that a home birth is what they are hoping for however, my understanding is that if, for whatever reason that decision needs to change then they will continue supporting you. The service they offer is great and very professional. I had several conversations with them over the phone and then with my husband before we were booked in with them. I can't actually comment on their skills during birth as unfortunately I misjudged my labour and didn't call them until the baby was quite literally on the way! They arrived 25 mins after the call was made and my baby was born 23 mins after the call! As I say that was my fault so that shouldn't be a worry for most people. The immediate after care was amazing both for me and my husband (who was a little traumatised) and made me very pleased that we chose them. If this is your first child don't be afraid of just phoning different teams up and chatting to them, most midwives I saw before and after always had time to chat and reassure me about any anxieties I had. Good luck with your decisions

How about a child minder?

Heber is quite likely to be closed for the same reason as Goodrich, that is a lack of grit. Goodrich ran out of grit yesterday and any new supplies from Southwark are being prioritised for hospitals and roads. It is the need to keep external steps, paths and playgrounds ice free thats causing this current closure. The staff did a great job yesterday at getting into school and enabling it stay open, so although today is frustrating its just one of those health and safety issues that no-one can get around.

I once read that 'to date no child has ever starved to death through being stubborn!'. If your children are still drinking milk and taking small amounts of food then they will be fine. This is probably a passing phase or indeed teeth related but if you were to record everything that your child eats in a 48 hour period you'll probably find it is a lot more than you think. If it continues longer than a few weeks than you have to decide whether you want to make it an issue or not. I have found that from a very early age children pick up issues about food and their parents expectations and they use it very successfully to push every button in your body! I have no answers but from my personal experience I would say don't get into the habit of offering alternatives at meal times. Cook what you think appropriate and if they don't eat it then they don't eat it! I wouldn't offer any puddings and try to limit snacks in between meals. I sound mean I know but believe me with three kids all with their own likes and dislikes I have to be!!