MumToTu Posted April 28, 2015 Share Posted April 28, 2015 (edited) Thanks Irishballetmom. We didn't have her teacher there, we did them in a last minute rush to meet the deadline, it was a last minute decision to apply for ss, we always go away go on holiday those 2 weeks, but I will be prepared to ask for help next time for sure. We had her teacher there for the JA audition photos, she instructed her and corrected her through the whole process and she looked perfect on them, plus they were in lovely natural light come to think of it too :-). Edited April 28, 2015 by Snowflake Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gowiththeflo Posted May 5, 2015 Share Posted May 5, 2015 Hi- anyone had the 'information pack' yet, regarding WLSS? The letter that accompanied the invoice (in March)said it would be sent 'next month' ie April. I know we're only just into May, and after a bank holiday , but i'm incredibly impatient! Just interested what 'kit' they'll need ( other than the obvious, of course!) ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abitwornout Posted May 5, 2015 Share Posted May 5, 2015 Not received anything here yet. x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gowiththeflo Posted May 5, 2015 Share Posted May 5, 2015 At least it's not just me then! ????hopefully this week, maybe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abitwornout Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 Hi Gowiththeflow, just received an email with the information pack for the summer school ☺ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gowiththeflo Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 Thanks Abitwornout.. I have mine too! Just made a cuppa amd will look through it all! ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peanut68 Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 I hope your DC's enjoy the experience.....& know how dearly others wish they were there too! (I hope the parents all get to enjoy the whole thing as well as really it is them who put so much effort into making it all happen for them!) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Piccolo Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 I think most dc's who are going would be able to empathise with those who are still waiting, since this whole dance journey is continually interrupted with yes, no and wait. As ballet dancers they seem to accept what comes their way with such good grace. Another reason why I'm so glad we found ballet. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vmmom Posted May 25, 2015 Share Posted May 25, 2015 Anyone called from the WL wait list? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angel Posted May 25, 2015 Share Posted May 25, 2015 No think we are all waiting to see if someone has to drop out last minute! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allgirls Posted May 26, 2015 Share Posted May 26, 2015 my daughter was offered a place today ..from the priority waiting list ..now we just have to arrange accommodation !! She's very excited !! good luck to all still waiting to hear x 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angel Posted May 26, 2015 Share Posted May 26, 2015 Lovely news! How old is your daughter? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allgirls Posted May 28, 2015 Share Posted May 28, 2015 Thanks Angel....she's 15 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gowiththeflo Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 Hurrah! Great to hear that waiting lists really are 'real'! ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peanut68 Posted May 30, 2015 Share Posted May 30, 2015 Great news for your DD allgirls! At 15 - is that WL SS or at Floral Lane? has anyone received a 'golden ticket' from wait list for WL SS? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allgirls Posted June 5, 2015 Share Posted June 5, 2015 it's Covent Garden Peanut 68 ...but still not sorted accommodation !!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peanut68 Posted June 6, 2015 Share Posted June 6, 2015 Allgirls - not sure if you are looking just for your DD or planning a 'family' stay but I can recommend looking at getting an airbnb place....DD was in ENB Nutcracker last season & living a long way from London meant a stay so we all upped sticks to London....cheaper than a hotel & bang in centre of Covent Garden which was fab for all! Cooking way cheaper than eating out & no peak time travel costs (in fact once there - no travel costs at all as you really can walk to most places/things from CG) Weigh up all the options & cross ref costs based on location.....sometimes paying more to stay central saves money (& time) in the long run.... A friend does lots of successful homeswaps too...I think it is via homestay.com...... Works great for them.....I just do not think I could ever get my house in good enough order that anyone would want to swap with me, but if you are more of a domestic goddess than me, could be worth looking into....Am thinking I have perhaps 4 years to get ship shape to try for a swap with New York for DD to go to Jeffrey SS like Swan Princess!!! Well - she can aim high (& give her Mum a reason to go to NYC!!!) Good luck! You could also check any London Uni campuses as they often rent out rooms in halls of residence in summer.... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flit and float Posted June 6, 2015 Share Posted June 6, 2015 The London uni halls are great value, I've stayed there before, lots of room options. Lots of kitchens in your room/on the floor too, some have B&B which is really good value. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pas de Quatre Posted June 6, 2015 Share Posted June 6, 2015 DD has used Uni halls both for full weeks when at summer school and for just a couple of days when needed, during Uni holidays. They are good value, well located (various places round London) and she would do so again. She also used them in Cardiff while doing National Dance Co. Wales summer school. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flora Posted June 13, 2015 Share Posted June 13, 2015 Our DD has been offered a place for the WL two week summer school too from the priority list. Unfortunately she can't go as we've since arranged two other summer schools abroad. We should have hung on a bit longer....! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted June 13, 2015 Share Posted June 13, 2015 Can I ask mums and dads if a commute from Hammersmith or Richmond to Covent Garden would be realistic and safe for a 15 year old DC not used to travelling alone in London ? (RBS Summer School - Wolf House all booked up...) x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swanprincess Posted June 13, 2015 Share Posted June 13, 2015 (edited) Can I ask mums and dads if a commute from Hammersmith or Richmond to Covent Garden would be realistic and safe for a 15 year old DC not used to travelling alone in London ? (RBS Summer School - Wolf House all booked up...) xRichmond is quite far from Covent Garden, I'd say it'd take roughly an hour to get there on the tube allowing for delays- so might not be ideal if dancing all day. Perhaps Covent Garden travelodge might have a room, instead? Congrats for getting a place x Edited to add, just re read your question, sorry I'm not a mum or dad, but rather a young dancer who occasionally navigates London alone- it's easy enough as long as you plan carefully in advance! Edited June 13, 2015 by swanprincess 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flora Posted June 13, 2015 Share Posted June 13, 2015 Yes- definitely safe and doable from Hammersmith. Suggest a couple of accompanied practice runs if she is not used to travelling alone in London. The underground is very safe in the day. My kids and all their friends travel unaccompanied incl younger than yours. Many London school kids commute alone from 11. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flora Posted June 13, 2015 Share Posted June 13, 2015 I should have said we have lived in London for 17 years and I have never once had an issue in the tube- touch wood. Of my commuting kids, one was once pickpocketed at Victoria Station. I agree with swan princess richmond is more of a pain to CG though and Hammersmith is easier. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted June 13, 2015 Share Posted June 13, 2015 Thank you so much for the speedy replies ! Hotels are too expensive for us so we are looking into DC staying with friends in Hammersmith or Richmond for the duration of the course. I used to travel all over London on my own at that age.....but it was a looooong time ago ! x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angel Posted June 13, 2015 Share Posted June 13, 2015 Our DD has been offered a place for the WL two week summer school too from the priority list. Unfortunately she can't go as we've since arranged two other summer schools abroad. We should have hung on a bit longer....! Gosh Flora so you have a dilemma! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
celb Posted June 13, 2015 Share Posted June 13, 2015 My DD age 14 travelled across London on the tube without problem from near Canary Wharf to ENBS.We did an accompanied practise run and allowed plenty of time.If you are quick you may just be able to apply online for an oyster zip photo card which gives reduced fare travel on the tube and free bus travel.The fares go up from £10 on June 15. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mae989 Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 Flora- can I ask what age group your DD is? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capybara Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 The Hammersmith Tube Station is only one stop away from Barons Court which students staying at Wolf House will use. This will be helpful on the return journey as a group will doubtless travel together and guide anyone who needs to know how to find Leicester Square Station because Covent Garden remains exit only until November. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balletqs Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 I would just be careful of Hammersmith itself having lived there for 4 years at US but the commute to CG is fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flora Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 Mae 989: of course my DD is 14 and applied for the two week course. We do have a dilemma Balletqs. It's a shame but we're turning down the WL summer school place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted June 15, 2015 Share Posted June 15, 2015 Thank you all for your helpful advice Hammersmith seems to have fallen through, but a place has come up in West Hampstead. I think, from what I've researched, that a 7 day travelcard (x2) is the best bet re travel. x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flora Posted June 15, 2015 Share Posted June 15, 2015 Jubilee line to Bond St and change for Central line to Holborn is probably the quickest / most reliable to get to CG then Ellie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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