Picturesinthefirelight Posted April 28, 2014 Share Posted April 28, 2014 How incredibly sad & small minded. It is true that Tring offer a variety of courses for talented children who may have strengths in different areas of the performing arts & so they may be looking for different attributes whereas Royal have just one specific focus. I don't personally know the school but everything I have ever seen indicates that it offers an excellent training in both classical ballet & other genres. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tutugirl Posted April 28, 2014 Share Posted April 28, 2014 I can only echo the sentiment of my previous post - that Tring has been fantastic for my DS - both in dance and academic . The pastoral care is great too , and he is a confident articulate young man . He absolutely loves it - seldom phones me up as he is too busy ! This week he is playing in 2 bands , in music showcase . They certainly produce well rounded individuals ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guesty Posted April 28, 2014 Share Posted April 28, 2014 I also sing Trings praises. My dd is loving it there. She is lower sixth but knew when we went for the open day it was her top choice. She loves the ethos and comradery they all have. The suport from each other is fantastic. After watching shows by them I am blown away by what they achieve. Lower school included. Its where your dd and you feel that's more important not what anyone else says! Go with your gut feeling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amandawhiter Posted April 28, 2014 Share Posted April 28, 2014 So glad to hear ladies the dance school my dd goes is so royal ballet that ever since she got into tring their attitude changed towards her we knew that royal was not for her as she was not super flexible and dance school said she would not get in and really we wanted her to have a all round training as ballet can be limited. She cannot wait to get to tring as at the mo she is preparing for her grade 5 exam and it appears that they have not taught her the whole thing yet and there is only 6 weeks left. Xxxx 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amanda-w Posted April 28, 2014 Author Share Posted April 28, 2014 That's really sad that they would say that , we had a similar situation where when my dd was coming up to year 7 she was told by her old dance school only to apply for royal ballet. Talk about narrowing down your chances :-( I'm so glad we moved dance schools last year, if we hadn't then my dd wouldn't be starting Tring in September. If the associate program is anything to go by and the teachers on the Easter program then I would say the teaching is amazing :-) I would ignore them and good luck for September x 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guesty Posted April 28, 2014 Share Posted April 28, 2014 I wouldn't worry. Let her enjoy these last few months at her dance school in the knowledge that a great experience with like minded children is waiting for her come sept. Be proud she has a places there are so many orhers who would love one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amandawhiter Posted April 28, 2014 Share Posted April 28, 2014 Amandalou1978 what year is your dd starting at tring? Do you know if they go for the day before they start? I agree with you all can not wait for sept my dd is so lucky to get a place so many have to wait for years xxxx 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amanda-w Posted April 28, 2014 Author Share Posted April 28, 2014 She'll be starting year 9 and I think the new starters arrive Sunday am and then the other boarders arrive in the afternoon. I might be wrong but that's what a gathered from reading the email today with the term dates etc..she can't wait to get her uniform list :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DancingDays Posted April 28, 2014 Share Posted April 28, 2014 Hi Amandawhiter, my DD is also starting in year 7 and we are also eagerly awaiting our pack with details about uniforms, etc. I'm hoping that there will be a transition day so the DC's can all meet before they start. I think it's very narrow minded of your DD's current school as well as grossly unfair! All 4 schools auditioned hundreds of applicants and places are offered to those children whom the schools see potential in....that's the top and bottom of it....whether you can afford the tuition does not come into the initial audition results although we all know that for some people although their children are successful at auditions, financial circumstances mean they are unable to take up places....but that certainly doesn't equate to those who can afford it being less talented!! What a load of croc! Our DD is super excited to start at Tring in September 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amandawhiter Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 I totally agree with you I will be glad when she leaves at the end of June. There was a totally different response from her dance teachers at London senior ballet they were very happy. Dd cannot wait for September xxx 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tulip Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Don't forget ladies, Tring sell some excellent second had blazers. The blazers are hardly ever worn. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amandawhiter Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 I have heard this that they hardly wear the blazers some one the second hand uniform shop is great xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amandawhiter Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 I have heard this that they hardly wear the blazers some one the second hand uniform shop is great xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twirlywhirly girl Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Hi. Does anyone have any suggestions for a hotel near Tring? DD has audition on 18 May and we've never been before. Too early for us to travel on the day, as we're a few hours away. Many thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Busymum Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Premier inn at Hemel Hempstead West is good. We always stay there. My DS has his audition for CBA that morning too so we are staying the night before as audition is at 9. What time is yours? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tutugirl Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Pendley Manor is fab if you want to push the boat out ( they give discount for Tring parents too ) otherwise we used premier inn at Hemel . 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwimum6 Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Just been to tring park music showcase at Tring and it was just phenomenal . 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DancingDays Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Can't wait to be part of the Tring Park community Kiwimum6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danceroo Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 The pub at the entrance to Tring( I think it is called The Rose and Crown ) used to do B&B. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Its her Life Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 When my dd auditioned last year, we stayed at the Holiday Inn just outside Aylesbury. Managed to get a good deal at the time. It had free parking & was a 10 min drive back down the A41 to Tring. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twirlywhirly girl Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 Many thanks to all - your info is much appreciated. To busymum - my DD's audition is at 9.45am. x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna C Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 The pub at the entrance to Tring( I think it is called The Rose and Crown ) used to do B&B.Is that still a pub? I'm sure it's being converted into apartments. :-( There's a Premier Inn just on the outskirts of Tring: http://www.premierinn.com/en/hotel/TRICRO/tring Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afab Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 (edited) The Rose and Crown was lovely. Unfortunately it has been turned into a retirement home... Edited April 30, 2014 by afab 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dramascientist Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 We have stayed at Premier Inn at on A41 and at The Holiday Inn Aylesbury, both very nice and handy for Tring Park. Max 10 mins away. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
along for the ride mum Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 Definitely recommend Pendley Manor and it is possible to get reasonable rates, we paid the same there that we did previously at the premier inn and it's worlds better! Just allow extra time for relaxing in the spa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danceroo Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 Oops , shows how much attention I pay to my surroundings when I drop off at CBA! Hadn't noticed the pub had changed! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna C Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 Oops , shows how much attention I pay to my surroundings when I drop off at CBA! Hadn't noticed the pub had changed! Lol :-) Depends if you go to the high street or not - I only noticed last time I went to Costa. Hopefully they're keeping the exterior exactly as it was; it is a beautiful building. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dancing10 Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 Does anyone know if you can audition for Tring at age 17 or is the last audition time 16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rainbowmagic Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 For those of you who are attending the CBA audition on 18th May, I was wondering how you were contacted to invite you for an audition? We haven't heard anything yet, and our post seems to be a bit hit & miss at the moment. I have a desperate daughter! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwimum6 Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 Phone the school. Everyone gets an audition so there must have been a hiccup somewhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Busymum Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 Rainbowmagic we received an email on Monday. I suppose it isn't in your junk folder? Says what group and time for audition. I hope you resolve it soon. Let us know how you get on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legseleven Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 Don't listen to comments about which school accepted your DC, which is the 'best', whether this school likes tall dancers and the other likes short dancers, whether this school accepts DCs purely because their parents can pay the fees, etc. It is all very subjective and no one school is the 'best' for every talented child. Perhaps a teacher at your DD's dance school attended the RBS and now believes that the is the 'only' school worth applying to? Also I should point out that I have noticed that those whose DCs have been rejected by vocational schools or summer schools or associate schemes can often become strangely critical of those schools/summer schools/schemes (having sung their praises before their DC was unsuccessful at audition) and it is then that comments such as those in my first sentence can be made. The reality is that your DD has been successful where many talented children have not and has a place at a 'Big 4' school for September - huge congratulations to her and I wish her all the very best! 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna C Posted May 2, 2014 Share Posted May 2, 2014 Amanda, I have hidden your last post as it would be possible to identify the students to whom you refer. Kind regards, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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