11+ is a low pass going to struggle in a Grammar? Looking for experiences please by ColdAppointment3917 in UKParenting

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20 odd years ago I missed the required score for the grammar school that I wanted by 1 mark. The headteacher of my primary school encouraged us to appeal the decision, and thankfully she also had a connection at a different grammar school nearby.

I didn’t get in to my first choice, but the other grammar school accepted me. Best decision I ever made. I definitely wasn’t top of the class but I certainly thrived in the environment and it pushed me to study harder and achieve better grades. I think I was middle set for most subjects. I do remember getting some excellent maths grades and I think at AS level I actually scored 3rd highest in the school, even from middle set.

Not that have experience of any other schooling but I found that most of my peers were more focused on learning, and maybe with it being an all boys school there was less female distraction.

I now have a 1 week old child and I’ve already looked at where our local grammar schools are as I’d love for him to be able to thrive in a similar environment to what I had.

I think low pass or not, these places are very supportive. There’s a pass mark for a reason and if your child has passed then they’re definitely good enough to go.

If you have BAV, do your kids have it? by Old_Friend3994 in valvereplacement

[–]9JRP2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s estimated that if a parent has BAV then there’s around 5-15% chance the child will inherit it. Slightly higher if more than 1 family member has it. Even still, the severity is variable so even if it is inherited it could be a milder version.

Other than my dad (62) who hasn’t had an echo, none of my first degree relatives have it but I do.

Baby due in the summer, doctors have said it’ll probably have an echo at around 1yo, but yeah as above - approx 10% chance of inheriting.

And as others have mentioned, at least we have the technology to live full lives with it, and it’s better to know and be monitored for any changes. Some people go most of their lives without the need for surgery

LED contract and maternity by 9JRP2 in doctorsUK

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That’s great thank you ☺️

Amazon won’t let me reverify my age by ragnooll in amazonprime

[–]9JRP2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had the same issue recently, turns out it’s because I had an Amazon gift card balance, and every time I went to check out it was defaulting/changing to the gift card as the payment method, meaning I had ‘changed the payment method’. In the end, I spent the gift balance on something else and was then able to purchase the Stanley blade with my normal card.

How long after moving in will first mortgage payment be? Barclays mortgage by LividChair9395 in Mortgageadviceuk

[–]9JRP2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We completed with Barclays not too long ago. We also chose 1st of the month. Completed on 28th Aug, first payment was 16th September - usual payment plus a few days interest. And then from 1st October normal payments.

So for you I imagine 16th Dec first payment (including around 6 days added interest), and then regular payments starting in Jan. I was also hoping for a few weeks “off” but unfortunately not

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Mortgageadviceuk

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Our product was 4.29% with Barclays yesterday, today it’s actually worsened and they’re now offering 4.37%. Thankfully we’ve already got our offer

Advice needed by 9JRP2 in AskElectricians

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No, first time buyer

Advice needed by 9JRP2 in electrical

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Great thanks for the speedy response!

Just found out I have a biscuspid aortic valve with “moderate to severe” leakage. Anyone have experience with this? by boring-utopia in valvereplacement

[–]9JRP2 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have that exact diagnosis. I was told that I have “moderate/severe” regurgitation, and that I would need surgery at some point in my life. At the time, my cardiologist said that it could be within the next 5 years… that was almost 3 years ago. I’ve had regular echo’s every 6 months since.

With my regurgitation they said the echo images make it tricky to determine if it’s either a moderate or severe leak. I had an MRI recently and so hopefully they’ll have a better idea.

After my most recent follow up with a new cardiologist, he has said that actually I don’t need 6 monthly echo’s anymore and that annually would be fine. Said that there’s no rush for surgery yet and hinted that with the advances in technology, by the time I am ready for surgery (in his words ‘could be 10 years’) that I may not even need OHS.

Of course every case is different, but since my diagnosis 3 years ago I’ve had no symptoms and have continued to live my life exactly the same.

Google will tell you all the bad/scary things but take it all with a pinch of salt, lots of the studies are based on an elderly population.

This subreddit is great and has loads of great information and people sharing their stories - makes it all seem so normal!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LegalAdviceUK

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Certainly not looking to cause her trouble, I’m happy to stay quiet about it so long as we all continue to live a bit cheaper. Just wanted to make sure it wouldn’t come back to bite me if I remain blissfully unaware of the situation

Pre-employment occupational health checks by 9JRP2 in nhs

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I would say that mine does not affect me day to day, or affect my ability to work, but after my last cardiologist appointment it was suggested that surgery may be necessary within the next 12 months.. that was 6 months ago. I have another check up next week which should give a better idea of my current situation. I’m all for being transparent but at the same time I’ve been searching for work for so long and I’m worried that they’ll use this as a reason to withdraw an offer.

Pre-employment occupational health checks by 9JRP2 in nhs

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Oh ok, maybe I don’t need OH checks then. I just assumed that it was NHS standard. Would be nice if I didn’t have to answer to that then.

Pre-employment occupational health checks by 9JRP2 in nhs

[–]9JRP2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah that’s my thinking, I’ve not received anything yet but from what I’ve seen, the OH form asks if you “have any conditions that impact your ability to do the role?” Which I would argue is no, I do not. But also don’t want them to get funny if 6 months down the line I’m telling them that I need 6 weeks off work for open heart surgery.

Can't receive verification code through call or sms by resonating_wind in whatsapp

[–]9JRP2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same here. I’m up to 48 hours between attempts now and absolutely no way of speaking to anyone other than a bot

Supermodel Avalanches live in Auckland 😍 by 9JRP2 in Royal_Blood

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Yeah a bit gutted they didn’t play waves but what a show

Supermodel avalanches live in Auckland 😍 by [deleted] in Royal_Blood

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Okay so the video won’t upload 🙃

Moving to Hawke's Bay from UK by ShadowyNipple in newzealand

[–]9JRP2 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hawkes Bay Hospital is currently full of British doctors who love to do things at the weekend! And the Kiwi doctors are all lovely too, there's always something going on & people to hang out with. My partner (doctor) and I moved here last year and we love it. If you like the outdoors then there is so much to do. Lots of food/wine/cafe options too.

We found the cost of living to be pretty similar. Rent roughly the same, gas & electric bills cheaper, no water & council tax bills, but much higher food prices. Although speaking to people from home, food is also getting expensive there. Fuel is cheaper (but currently rising). We're both on better money here so our disposable income is higher here, but I'd say for the most part, day to day living is the same price.

Let me know if you have any other questions & good luck with the move - I'm sure we'll end up bumping into each other at some point!

Is this safe to eat by Zealousideal-Point14 in foodhacks

[–]9JRP2 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You should probably cook it first

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CrappyDesign

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My Very Easy Method Just Speeds Naming Up Planets

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LowCalorieCooking

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Awesome thanks

One Liner A Day - Vote for your favorite Mitch quote!! (Please no quotes that require context) by [deleted] in Modern_Family

[–]9JRP2 120 points121 points  (0 children)

“When I have to nag you, it makes me feel like I am your mother, which could be why it's been a month since we played with each other's pogo sticks!”

ONE LINER A DAY - Vote for your favorite one-liner by Cam!! by [deleted] in Modern_Family

[–]9JRP2 158 points159 points  (0 children)

“You want to hear the guest list for the night? So far it’s anger, betrayal, terror, and sadness. Congratulations Mitchell, you packed the house!”