Crazylifecrazykids

9 minutes ago, Toobusymom said:

I was told roughly 10 this year when I emailed them.

Thankyou 😊 x

With the lateral flow tests you do input your results on the Gov site and you get an email and text confirming the result  They are fairly easy to do but it is worth reading the instructions thoroughly first. The test looks a bit like a pregnancy test kit with a control line and a test line, so if the control cones up the test is working fine. Result in half an hour and then you input the result into the Gov site  I have these tests at home and have to do them regularly for work 

Good luck with the finals everyone x

Does anyone know how many MDS for Hammond this year? 

2 minutes ago, Lara Eschler said:

I think the other two might be more about body type and facility as especially for boys you hear of children getting places with very little previous dance training or from a gymnastics background. I think I have made a decision and it isn't for any of the schools listed above but I think it is the best fir for my ds. 

We have an idea what would suit our DC best too and that's what its all about 😊 

1 minute ago, Lara Eschler said:

This whole process is really hard on parents, isn't it? I try to be very objective about my dc, but obviously that is not that easy. My DS got in Tring but no funding, to be fair he did not have a proper solo and initially I had said we did not need funding on the application (but asked to add him later). In my opinion, Tring looks for children who are already performers and maybe for children who have performing experience (such as festivals competitions, or even musicals). Anyway, so we are very happy to have an offer albeit without funding.  The Hammond, we are delighted to have been considered for funding and to have a place as with the jazz, solo and vocals requested I really did not think he would be considered. 

It tougher than I expected. I too entered into this as objective as I could and did DC we were so happy to receive a place at Hammond and mds final like yourselves. Congratulations for both your results 😊 i think we've written off the other 2 now as DC got a no for Tring. Xx

3 minutes ago, Lara Eschler said:

Thank you @Crazylifecrazykids have they said anymore about the MDS audition, whether on zoom or still planned for March? 

No, just planned for the 17th so we've started process of booking hotel and getting time off school. I believe Tring announced their mds final dates for the weekend, so I'm guessing as it stands they are still planning to go ahead. It will all be down to if the schools re open on the 6th March xx

40 minutes ago, Lara Eschler said:

Hi Everyone, 

Has anyone registered for the Hammond yet after receiving the acceptance letter? I am just curious as I saw on social media some people are attending a second round of auditions on zoom this week, I don't think it is for MDS but just a second round for entry. 

Has anyone made a decision about current offers and decided to stop waiting for Elmhurst and WL? All the best to everyone waiting, it is so reassuring and comforting to have this forum as always. xx

 

Hi I registered when we had DCs offer of a funding final x

13 minutes ago, TwirlyWhirly said:

Just hope we get to meet at an audition somehow this year @Crazylifecrazykids I think we might have a lot in common! Love reading this forum to hear about everyone's journeys with their DCs! 😁

Me too and that would be nice x

5 minutes ago, TwirlyWhirly said:

Interesting! I'm just glad they didn't also ask for the weight of the parents! 🤣

🤣🤣 and me! 

22 minutes ago, TwirlyWhirly said:

Of course @CrazylifecrazykidsIf your DC gets a place somewhere It's a fantastic achievement...but as with any school, it's worth thinking if DC will be happy there. It's just so difficult to form that kind of opinion this year isn't it? 

It really is.... its surreal applying for schools where I am relying on virtual tours and websites to get a "feel" 

DC seeming to enjoy the process so far and is quite grounded x

40 minutes ago, Whiteduvet said:

1) You don’t need to get into all schools (or even more than one). You just need to get into the right school; which may not be the ‘biggest’ name or the one everyone assumes is the best (although obviously it may well be). Every child is different and every school is different: you need the best fit. Look at the bios for the Royal for example: not many did Ja’s/WL/US. Many different routes. The important thing is what suits your child at this point in his/her life. 
 

2) This is a marathon not a sprint. Most children who start even vocationally at 11 won’t make it professionally for many many reasons. And those who start off as the ‘favourites’ may fade over time. They may not but it’s not set in stone in year 7! Whatever they do has to be sustainable which is why (1) is so important. 

Yes I totally agree. I'm trying hard to understand and the whole process in order to effectively manage DCs expectations and to support  enough to have a go and have enough understanding to protect DC too, if that makes sense. I was curious about the schools. This year we haven't been able to even visit which makes decisions very difficult. I 100% agree the school has to fit the child and this is the most important 😊 i like to be informed to make informed decisions, the dance world does seem tricky to negotiate. So far DC has enjoyed the process and seems very grounded... so hopefully I've done something right 🙈😂x

1 minute ago, TwirlyWhirly said:

Very interesting thread this and thank you for posing the question @Crazylifecrazykids! Yes, for any I've ever heard about (very limited experience though!) I've never heard of anyone getting the 'full house' as you nicely put it. It surely has to be connected to a 'fit'. The 4 or 5 UK dance schools that many of us hapless parents are applying for this year with our DCs do seem to provide a different dance experience and range of dance styles once you are there (if you get in) so I guess they are looking for a different range/ type of student from the outset. They also know the kind of dancer/ person who flourishes at their school, from lots of experience...and that may not be the same for all the schools. Not sure if that helps but good luck with the whole business anyway! 😊

That really helps..... I'm just so clueless 🤣 any help gratefully received!! Xx 

3 minutes ago, margarite said:

There’s no rhyme or reason! I know of DC who’ve had no’s to Tring and Elmhurst finals but Yes to WL and Mids. Also yeses to Elmhurst, but no’s to the others. There are a few exceptions, who get a full house of offers to choose from, but the vast majority of applicants (if they’re lucky) get one or two finals places, with one place offered.
 

Ahhh ok.. thankyou for that. I've started this journey nievely I feel! 🤣 and well and truly on the roller coaster, just trying to make sense of it all xx

1 minute ago, balletbean said:

Thank you and good luck on your yr7 journey of discovery. Xx

Thanks! What a fab way to put it 🥰

1 minute ago, balletbean said:

It’s challenging I know but you could look at it the other way. Not all vocational schools suit all DC. Personally I approached the vocational US application process just like I did when choosing the academic schools for my 4 children. 
Whilst I’ve survived the vocational route I’m now embarking on my first uni application process for my youngest 😱 feeling slightly overwhelmed and completely outside my comfort zone 😅

This is very true. We are on the year 7 journey at the moment and haven't even looked at the schools haha! So far we have one we think will really suit DC

Haha yet to do a uni application! Can't manage this lol 🙈 good luck for the university application xx

19 minutes ago, balletbean said:

In answer to your first question. Yes it is possible to receive a no from one school and and a yes from another. Without knowing the details of the application form no one can really know whether the results were based only on dancing ability/technique or came about due to funding/academic qualifications/accommodation options/interview etc. Just too many possibilities to know for sure. 
Which isn’t unique to Voc Schools. Same happens at MT colleges. 
And we can’t forget Uni students. They too might secure a place at one Uni but then be rejected at another without any explanation. 🤷🏼‍♀️

 

Thankyou for that. My general opinion is that there are alot of variables i guess for each school. It's a roller coaster journey and I was trying to see if logic can be applied at all (to help) but after you listing the variables it would seem it can't be worked out why a child's is given a no from one school or a yes from another. We are on this journey for Yr7 and I'm intrigued 🤔 as well as already feel we are doing loops on a roller coaster 🤣 xx

I've enjoyed reading topics on this forum for a few years and I've become intrigued about something and that's what the schools look for because it seems to me it's not easy to work out! 🤣

So for getting an offer for finals, for examplea child can get a yes for Hammond but a no for Tring, does it happen the other way around? Or a no for Tring but yes for Elmhurst? or visa versa. Would one yes mean more yesses. So is a no from a school a good yard stick for the other schools? but not all?  I'm really unexperienced in this 🤣 Or do all 4 schools look for something different and you just can't second guess, or work out what they may do? I've also read on here that RBS is the one where no one seems to be able to second guess! 

Sorry for the ignorance!! Just interested and what no's form one dance school for DC might mean for the other schools applied for.

 I love this forum because there is so much experience and expertise on it 😁 I find it all really interesting.

Thankyou for posting this..we to are new to this and we are also clueless 🤣 dc has a place and mds final for yr7 and don't really know what to expect either....Good luck xx

9 minutes ago, Raquelle said:

Thanks hun. I honestly don't think you can watch a video though without it showing as a view. Even if you watch it for a second it records a view? It doesn't make sense to me...I suppose I just want to make sure after going through all the effort of making  video that it was actually watched x 

Yes of course you do and it will be interesting to see what they say. My DC got a straight no, so you DD did really well xx

16 minutes ago, Raquelle said:

Hi everyone..my dd was offered a place but not a funding audition. However I have been watching views and her video doesn't appear to have been watched....I've contacted the registrar but I am confused as to whether they have maybe made a decision without watching the video. My dd is so upset as she can't go without funding and she loved the look of Tring. Has anyone else had this? X 

Hi congratulations on being offered a place, that is a really good achievement in itself. They must have watched the video for them to have offered a place, there will be lots of no's, so being offered a place is fab but disappointing at the same time. So sorry your DD is upset xx

28 minutes ago, Lara Eschler said:

Yes, they need a test before attending the Spring Intensive, and the swabs sample should not be older than 72 hours. They won't accept the rapid test, as PCR is still considered gold standard. 

Ahh ok... got it. Thankyou x

15 minutes ago, balletboy8 said:

Sadly, the rapid testing kits are not currently considered good (efficacy) enough - and RBS require a certificate. To be honest, if they become considered good enough it will only be to reduce CPR pressures on schools for attendance.

Ahh ok.. very interesting. Hope you get it all sorted such challenging times 

Just reading this thread.. is there any chance you can get the rapid testing kits? Can you purchase these? These give results in 30 minutes? DC not on the intensive but had a look at the thread. Do your DCs need a covid test before attending? 

2 minutes ago, Whiteduvet said:

So if you can afford fees do you just get straight in? Or do you still have to get through the funding audition and then turn it down???

I believe the offer is for a non funded place in  September with an invite to funding final in March, if you can fund i guess you turn down the funding final and just register for the school, this is how I think it works but someone may correct me 😊 xx

I think all the schools are trying as hard as they can to sort their preliminaries as best as they can and us parents have done all we can in unprecedented times too. I think we all, the children and the schools deserve a medal. It may not be the memories we expected to make form our children's preliminaries but we've definitely made memories. Personally I've laughed, cried and gritted my teeth but couldn't be prouder if my DC for adapting and having a go even if was in the lounge with the cat for a judging panel! 🤣🤣 

This forum has been a life saver and a real support too and you guys have certainly helped me keep my sanity so far! 🥰 Good luck everyone xxx