Sorry if I offended anyone, I just feel really strongly against Ivy going to a private school which is the subject of much debate amongst the in-laws, bit of a sore subject for me!
I'm not articulating myself very well today
That's really sad for your friend. I could mever do that to Leni. My parents did it to me and it was really shite
I reckon jealousy is a major factor and a lot of ignorance. I actually think deep down if people did have the money alot of parents would send their children to private school!
I agree with you that a lot of people simply haven't had much to do with people who have gone to schools like Harrow, Eton, Marlborough etc and just perceive they must be out of touch and snobs. A lot of my friends (and OHs) have been to those schools and I have no issue with them and certainly don't think they are snobby (apart from occassional funny comments, such as my OH's ex-flatmate who geniunely couldn't believe that anyone could possibly live without a dishwasher).
However, we can afford private education but are choosing state. I'm simply not convinced that it's worth the money, but I understand your reasons for choosing that path. I do also agree that usually facilities are much better and certain non-academic opportunities, such as sports may be greater.
Trust me, the reason I am so determined to not send my LO to a private school is because I do know so many privately educated people! (Having said that Marzipan Girl, Harrodian is definitely the best and the least snobby of all of them!)
So I dont really understand why people immediately think that if you go to a private school, you are going to be a snob. There will be assholes wherever your kids go.I agree with aob about the jealousy tbh, but you can still be snob and go to a state school..
That's really sad for your friend. I could mever do that to Leni. My parents did it to me and it was really shite
To be fair, I don't think my friend views it as sad. She loved her school but she is 32 and talks in baby talk to her mother all the time so she must have missed out somewhere.
And she is an example of someone who went to private school who is the kindest, most compassionate person you would ever meet. So I defo don't think private school graduates are all snobs. I just have an issue with the twits on my bus that trample pass me to get on the bus. I would be the same if they were state school kids.
Yeah the Harrodians he knows are lovely, but alot of his friends are also from St pauls, Harrow (in north london) and his best friend (lo's Godfather) is from Kings College I think it's called? They're lovely too, although some of them aren't. I think St Pauls is the worst I know for snobbery, but then I only know a few from there so can't tar them all, and like I said, they're mostly nice
I reckon jealousy is a major factor and a lot of ignorance. I actually think deep down if people did have the money alot of parents would send their children to private school!
I agree with you that a lot of people simply haven't had much to do with people who have gone to schools like Harrow, Eton, Marlborough etc and just perceive they must be out of touch and snobs. A lot of my friends (and OHs) have been to those schools and I have no issue with them and certainly don't think they are snobby (apart from occassional funny comments, such as my OH's ex-flatmate who geniunely couldn't believe that anyone could possibly live without a dishwasher).
However, we can afford private education but are choosing state. I'm simply not convinced that it's worth the money, but I understand your reasons for choosing that path. I do also agree that usually facilities are much better and certain non-academic opportunities, such as sports may be greater.
Trust me, the reason I am so determined to not send my LO to a private school is because I do know so many privately educated people! (Having said that Marzipan Girl, Harrodian is definitely the best and the least snobby of all of them!)
That's really sad for your friend. I could mever do that to Leni. My parents did it to me and it was really shite
To be fair, I don't think my friend views it as sad. She loved her school but she is 32 and talks in baby talk to her mother all the time so she must have missed out somewhere.
And she is an example of someone who went to private school who is the kindest, most compassionate person you would ever meet. So I defo don't think private school graduates are all snobs. I just have an issue with the twits on my bus that trample pass me to get on the bus. I would be the same if they were state school kids.
Why is it that little kids on buses are so annoying!? They should, scrfeam, oh they are such a pain
I got A*s, As and Bs for everything else apart from ITC which I got an F in because I forgot to study it But it's very lonely and I don't have very many solid friendships because of it. 
Then use the report button?
Just because i do not sugar coat everything or write lots of kisses at the end, doesn't mean i am being hostile. I say it like it is, and there's nothing wrong with that. It's posts like yours, that actually start it off.
I'm quite happy with what i said, as many people agree with me. So, it can't just be me thinking it. I just have the balls to say what others don't, i'm proud of that
I agree with a lot in your first post, and i also agree with defending public school boys as it wouldnt be fair the other way round. But there isn't any need to follow up your otherwise valid opinion with:
I think that makes it more personal against the people on the other side of the debate from you and undermines their opinion. Not the makings of a good discussion x
But it's true, jealousy does play a part sometimes.
I've actually had someone admit to my face that they were jealous which is why they used to belittle me about it. So it really does happen, so it is valid.
Sorry that just popped into my head, had to say it. 
Your arguement is invalid..
Back on topic now..
