I cannot remember what happened something like a pupil very good ta certain subjects was given a chance to push further.
Back in the 50’s I tried to get into the Newcastle top schools but failed, just not good enough back then to get a I assume scholarship.
These private schools are essential to the country.
Many state school pupils are good enough for private schools but parents not enough money.
When we came to live in Harrogate we found that there were quite a few private schools in the area but did not have the money to send our two to them but fortunately both the primary and main schools were very good.
Allan C.