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I had an underground leak which was identified by at Thames water. But we could not locate the source. It was actually underground outside of the house but within the border of my property. I had to pay to have the paving stones taken up and different areas dug up until the leak was found. I then had to pay to have new water pipes brought from the area which was Thames waters responsibility to my home all the way down my driveway. It was expensive.

Renata, Yes it was a southwark primary.

Last year I rejected my offer in place of a private place. I wrote to the council and followed up with a phone call. I then got a letter from the school two months later with my sons class teacher etc. I called and wrote to thecouncil again. A week into the term the school was leaving me messages wondering where my son was. I explained to the school what happened, sent them a letter in writing,along with another email and call to the council. This was to a sought after school that many people were on the waiting list for. I felt badly but I had tried everything to opt outofthe place.

My husband has been reluctant to get rid of existing carpeting as well. But it makes a massive difference. Lots of dust also collects on a headboard or on slats in a cot etc, along the skirting. I would use a damp rag to clean those very regularly, and do it first thing in the morning so dust resettles out of the air by the evening.

Hi. I am highly allergic to dust mites and have had issues with this since early childhood. I would agree the reason he got worse is because you probably unsettled a lot of dust in your clean up. Definitely get rid of the carpet. They are dust magnets. Even constant deep cleaning wont help. Use a damp mop on wood floors so the dust doesn't fly inthe air. Soft toys and piles of books get very dusty. I would eliminate as much as possible in his room. Wash sheets and bedding in the hottest temperature you can. You could consider an air purifier. Look on the allergy uk website for reviews. They do make a difference.

Hi. I was the mid 20's last year for Fairlawn and moved up one place by the time school started. I know every year is different but last year ther wasn't much movement from my position.

In the end we took a private school place. I know we were fortunate to have that option.

Well this was from last year. I was 550m and 26th on the list. I didnt move up even one place before school started. I was told by the school that in fact my chances were about zero. My neighbour waited a few years on the waiting list and eventually got her child in around year 2. Obviously things change from year to year. But I was disappointed.

Last year I toured Horniman and was also completely put off by the head, especially aS I am also a teacher. I found her really uninspiring and there didnt seem to be any positive energy in the school on the day I visited. Whereas when I had toured Fairlawn I was much more inspired. Live close to Fairlawn but was on waiting list however!

It is 3 years old. I mostly use the cotton setting and the automatic setting which is a bit shorter dependent on the type of wash.

I just wanted to say thati have a Miele washing machine and often use the 1400 or 1200 spin with no problems. I only turn it down for really delicate items. I know this doesn't help you but maybe the problem is with your specific machine?

I worked in an exclusive private school. The primary years are not an issue in that regard. Secondary can be an issue, but only if you let it. For me, the major factor was the proximity to my house and the playdates etc. Also, forming relationships with parents takes on a different angle if you work at the school, and that can be tricky to navigate. If you at happy with the commute to school and the distance you may have to travel for play etc, then I would go for it. Also remember that other parents may not be as keen as you to travel for play dates so a lot will come down to you. If th quality of education your children will receive is substantially better, then I would highly consider it. The private school I worked in had amazing art, music, theatre and physical education facilities that could not be matched by a state primary. There was a lot of emphasis on being well rounded and no emphasis on test taking which I also found as a positive.

I am having twins and they share a placenta which makes it a high risk. I am with the Lanes. I do have scans every two weeks at kings and also see consultant every three to four weeks. However my lanes midwife has been wonderful, we have all of my regualr appointments at home etc. she has provided me with lots of support and info about the c section I need to have and has said that she will make every effort to be there with me on the day. She has never made me feel like I am wasting her time or resources. I did find out about the twins at 8 weeks and told the midwife at my first appointment and she was still very eager to keep me in her caseload. She has also told me there are a few other women currently on their books carrying twins.

I am actually still in shock to be honest! Due in June but need to deliver in May due to circumstances. Am pretty nervous on how I will handle 4 aged 4 and under. I just finally bought a few things- extra carseat etc as have sort of been in denial :)

I have a four year old and a two year old. We went for number three and I found out I was pregnant with identical twins! My husband has always wanted four so maybe I am saving myself another pregnancy:). Not having the babies for a few more weeks so can give more of an update on how it's going later on. Good luck with your decision. I only had one sibling growing up and wished for more which played a part in my decision to try for another one. I am sure the dynamic will change but I am sure it will mostly be positive.