Mum to a boy dancer Posted April 5, 2021 Share Posted April 5, 2021 Hello all. Thought it would be a good idea to start a new thread for those of us with DCs starting at Hammond in September to share advice etc. could we please have no discussion of finance as requested by the school. We don’t want locked again 😃 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dancing unicorn Posted April 5, 2021 Share Posted April 5, 2021 (edited) Good luck to all those starting at Hammond in sept. Fabulous school, fab dance teachers! Can’t speak about accommodation as it’s changed since we were there, but know it’s near the centre of chester! Performances are amazing! Academic wise, again teachers so helpful and caring. Good luck, you’ll have a fab time 🍀❤️🍀 Edited April 5, 2021 by Dancing unicorn 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mum to a boy dancer Posted April 5, 2021 Author Share Posted April 5, 2021 My DS will be starting Y7. We don’t know anyone else who has gone through the vocational school process ever never mind this year but he said everyone at the funding audition was lovely and really friendly x 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bunny Posted April 5, 2021 Share Posted April 5, 2021 My DS has a place at Hammond but we are unsure yet if he will be taking it as we are trying to work out the best option for him, but he absolutely loved the school and the staff! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponklemum Posted April 5, 2021 Share Posted April 5, 2021 My ds has a place at Hammond too. I’m also weighing up our options before making a definite decision xx 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mum to a boy dancer Posted April 7, 2021 Author Share Posted April 7, 2021 Does anyone have any info on the new boarding houses. How much space they have etc?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Betty’s mum Posted April 7, 2021 Share Posted April 7, 2021 I only really know about the girls house, they are generally 2 to a room for younger years, my DD thinks boys can have a room on their own if they want as less of them. There is a boys house & a girls, all have private bathrooms, access to kitchen and common room etc. Able to decorate with as much from home as they like, our has led lights and pictures all over the walls. Able to make it as homely as you want. Weekend food is brought in & the new school menu is really varied with themed nights at weekend eg. French etc. Boys seam very happy with it. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mum to a boy dancer Posted April 7, 2021 Author Share Posted April 7, 2021 Thank you. He has great plans to bring his unicycle with him 😂. He seems to think he’s taking half the house x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Betty’s mum Posted April 7, 2021 Share Posted April 7, 2021 Just now, Mum to a boy dancer said: Thank you. He has great plans to bring his unicycle with him 😂. He seems to think he’s taking half the house x Well I imagine he would have room to store it.. could ride in the corridors maybe? 😆 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CuffsMum Posted April 8, 2021 Share Posted April 8, 2021 Hi..... my son will also be starting in year 7 at The Hammond. He absolutely loved the school when he visited and can’t wait to start his dancing adventure there. He will be boarding too! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CuffsMum Posted April 8, 2021 Share Posted April 8, 2021 I was wondering if anybody has an up to date list of the dance teachers for the lower dance school. It doesn’t seem to be on the website? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan McNulty Posted April 8, 2021 Share Posted April 8, 2021 Hello CuffsMum and welcome to the Forum! I can't answer your question but I am sure someone will be able to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mum to a boy dancer Posted April 8, 2021 Author Share Posted April 8, 2021 2 hours ago, CuffsMum said: Hi..... my son will also be starting in year 7 at The Hammond. He absolutely loved the school when he visited and can’t wait to start his dancing adventure there. He will be boarding too! My DS has been pestering me about other boys. So glad it looks like there will be a group x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lou78 Posted April 8, 2021 Share Posted April 8, 2021 Hi All , Just thought I’d offer my own opinion of the school as my own DD is now yr 11 and is coming to the end of her time there as she moves to pastures new . It seems like yesterday we found out she had a place with MDS award for yr 7 . I only speak highly of the school and the different opportunities she has been given along the way . She has gone from being a shy small 11 yr old to a most confident and self assured young lady in the blink of an eye and she is very mature for her age due to living away from home and being responsible for herself from an early age . Anyway feel free to message me with any questions you have as I once was in the same position as you are now . 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mum to a boy dancer Posted April 12, 2021 Author Share Posted April 12, 2021 Hi. Is the wait for more information driving anyone else crazy? Unfortunately I’m the type who likes to be organised as far in advance as possible. Also patience is a serious weakness lol x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CuffsMum Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 I’ve not received any further information for about three weeks now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jewel Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 26 minutes ago, CuffsMum said: I’ve not received any further information for about three weeks now. the school has been closed for the last 3 weeks. pre-Covid you would be receiving an invitation to attend a taster day around June time. Lots of information is given out on that say. Whether that will happen this year or nor, who knows. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponklemum Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 52 minutes ago, CuffsMum said: I’ve not received any further information for about three weeks now. I was emailed before Easter break to say emails regarding all things admissions will be sent next term x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashnads Posted April 23, 2021 Share Posted April 23, 2021 My DD will be starting The Hammond in September yr7 and my DH likes to be super organised, does anyone know of a uniform list and where the uniform can be purchased? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
margarite Posted April 23, 2021 Share Posted April 23, 2021 You can buy uniform directly from the school. I *think* there’s a possibility that the uniform might be changing soon. The kids used to wear a traditional uniform (blazer/tie etc)for academics but since the pandemic started have been wearing their dance tracksuit all day to limit time in changing rooms. I would contact the school to find out if this will be carrying on/changing back for September 2021. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mum to a boy dancer Posted April 23, 2021 Author Share Posted April 23, 2021 5 hours ago, Ashnads said: My DD will be starting The Hammond in September yr7 and my DH likes to be super organised, does anyone know of a uniform list and where the uniform can be purchased? A friend gave me a packing list from Hammond. It’s all the incidentals they need. I will send it to you x 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponklemum Posted April 26, 2021 Share Posted April 26, 2021 Here’s the Hammond thread @Flower 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calea Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 On 23/04/2021 at 07:07, Ashnads said: My DD will be starting The Hammond in September yr7 and my DH likes to be super organised, does anyone know of a uniform list and where the uniform can be purchased? @Ashnads massive congratulations to your dd! My dd is current year 7 - she was one of the students who watched the finals this year - your dd might remember her!? Happy to give any advice - pm if you want! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flower Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 On 23/04/2021 at 08:00, margarite said: You can buy uniform directly from the school. I *think* there’s a possibility that the uniform might be changing soon. The kids used to wear a traditional uniform (blazer/tie etc)for academics but since the pandemic started have been wearing their dance tracksuit all day to limit time in changing rooms. I would contact the school to find out if this will be carrying on/changing back for September 2021. Hi Guys. I’ve been in contact with the school and they are definitely simplifying the uniform but it hasn’t been finalised yet. They are redoing the parent’s handbook so everyone just has to wait until it’s ready to be sent out. hope that helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashnads Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 8 minutes ago, Flower said: Hi Guys. I’ve been in contact with the school and they are definitely simplifying the uniform but it hasn’t been finalised yet. They are redoing the parent’s handbook so everyone just has to wait until it’s ready to be sent out. hope that helps. Thank you so much for checking that’s great to know. DD did like the idea of simple uniform, 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flower Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 Anyone on here going into yr 8 or know how many people normally start in yr 8 please? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happyfeet84 Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 My daughter is going into year 8 sapphire 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Betty’s mum Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 (edited) 16 minutes ago, Happyfeet84 said: My daughter is going into year 8 sapphire Congratulations both, my daughter is currently in yr7 and just loves it. She will have the most wonderful time, if you need to know anything then just ask. Edited April 27, 2021 by Betty’s mum 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flower Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 7 minutes ago, Betty’s mum said: Congratulations both, my daughter is currently in yr8 and just loves it. She will have the most wonderful time, if you need to know anything then just ask. Hi, do you know how many started in yr 8 this year? Just wondering if there’s a big intake or just a few. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flower Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 15 minutes ago, Happyfeet84 said: My daughter is going into year 8 sapphire Congratulations. I think I remember you from this forum last year. I remember your cute name! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Betty’s mum Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 2 minutes ago, Flower said: Hi, do you know how many started in yr 8 this year? Just wondering if there’s a big intake or just a few. Sorry meant to say she is in yr7, going into yr8.. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happyfeet84 Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 2 minutes ago, Flower said: Congratulations. I think I remember you from this forum last year. I remember your cute name! Yes changed name etc really Happy and can't wait to start x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farawaydancer Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 5 minutes ago, Flower said: Hi, do you know how many started in yr 8 this year? Just wondering if there’s a big intake or just a few. It was only a couple joined the current year 8 this year. They settled really quickly though. I think they get used to people coming and going though, it’s part of vocational school life, even in such small year groups. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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