Cambridge Parents Association

As mentioned, reddit - there are GCSE and 6thForm subs
e.g. https://www.reddit.com/r/6thForm/comments/egrtm7/help_needed_for_maths_homework/

But that's not really the point. Yes TSR does some things very well. It's why it exists.

Just like threads like this.



Nobody is disputing this. I certainly haven't.



Not all parents have children at private schools... I didn't...

And what does "Not all parents have the internet" got to do with TSR? TSR can't solve everything!

It can though, for the few that want to know, help with questions like where/when should I (or my child) get their college gown. Even many private schools won't want to be bothered by (or know the answer to) that sort of question.

This thread was created by a parent. If you don't like it, find some unanswered maths threads instead - e.g. the STEP prep thread.

I find that parents also want to know what to take to Oxbridge, and how to drop their kids' stuff off at college. Is it true that Cambridge parents have quite specific time slots? We can turn up whenever we want within reason and park for about 40 mins. I live so far that I had to get up at 4.30am to make sure of a parking space. At least now DS is living off campus.

Congratulations , we were in the same position last year but my daughter initially favoured Liverpool due to their great equine hospital and had spent years getting the work experience she needed but in the end firmed Cambridge having changed her mind each week almost up until the UCAS deadline which was very stressful for her parents! Her college DOS made a big effort to make all the offer holders feel welcome before and during the open day and having spoken to the 2 Cambridge qualified vets she had previously done work experience with she finally decided to accept the Cambridge offer. She is having a fantastic time, she loves the course her DOS is great and the social life is amazing and she does have time for both which she was worried about.
I am sure your daughter will love her time at either university and if she has any questions please message me and I will try and answer them and I wish her success with her exams.

My daughter is thinking of getting her gown next month when she attends an offer holder day. Plan is to order from Ryderamies and collect in person on the day. Anyone know if this is the best place to get one from?

Regarding bicycles, best to wait a few weeks before buying one there.

The student may discover that they do not really need it - mine doesn't. A few decide that the 'ferocious' bikers and the two 'bike rush hours' are a bit much. ... And the prices fall significantly by the middle of the term.

That said, if your child is certain of needing or wanting a bike, then best to approach the College JCR and the College itself by respective emails. Many finalists want to sell theirs and some just leave them behind.

Regarding bicycles, best to wait a few weeks before buying one there.

The student may discover that they do not really need it - mine doesn't. A few decide that the 'ferocious' bikers and the two 'bike rush hours' are a bit much. ... And the prices fall significantly by the middle of the term.

That said, if your child is certain of needing or wanting a bike, then best to approach the College JCR and the College itself by respective emails. Many finalists want to sell theirs and some just leave them behind.

Hello All
My daughter has an offer for Vet Med at Clare - it's all very exciting. She is still making her final choices for UCAS but it is 90% Cambridge 10% Liverpool atm. She will go to the offer holders day in a couple of weeks which may answer any remaining questions.

Hi I wasn't aware there was an offer holders day for Clare. Is it only for Vet Med?

Oh dear. We recently received news that we will be making trips to the ‘Windy City’ for the next 4 years. At least we won’t have to dig out the Parkas every 8 weeks for this one...

Absolutely agree. Funnily enough when my daughter first considered her colleges she ruled out the all female colleges. However she went to see Newnham on an open day and completely fell in love with it, both the buildings and the friendly supportive atmosphere. From then on it became her first choice college and she was over the moon to get a direct offer to study there.

I seem to have missed this news Congratulations it is fantastic to get the chance to study at both places. Phd I presume?What college is your offspring headed for? Son is just coming up for first year report so will be relieved when that is over.
I shall await your restaurant tips with anticipation. The Galleria is our best find so far.

Just noticed there are some lovely shots of Newnham in Granchester from last night((just watching on catch-up and thought I know those herbaceous borders!

100% agree with all this.

And a brand new shiny bike will disappear very quickly

Try to avoid quick release wheels, don't leave it in on-street racks where possible overnight, and get a decent lock - Kryptonite ones are pretty good. Try to get a D-lock or heavy duty chain. The rope/coil kind of ones are almost universally the ones cut of friends who had theirs nicked.

I bought myself a lovely new Pendleton as a gift to myself last year and have been super conscious of it ever since lol

I seem to have missed this news Congratulations it is fantastic to get the chance to study at both places. Phd I presume?What college is your offspring headed for? Son is just coming up for first year report so will be relieved when that is over.
I shall await your restaurant tips with anticipation. The Galleria is our best find so far.