Walls vs BASIS thread

[Anonymous]

My child just got accepted to Walls.

Any Walls families that came from BASIS who care to weigh in on how Walls compares? Any families who regretted the switch? If so, why?

[Anonymous]

Following, we are in the same position

[Anonymous]

Basis all the way. We were also in the same position. Post Covid walls is just not the same.

[Anonymous]

Walls seems like it’s headed in the wrong direction.

[Anonymous]

I would say BASIS.

1) Since doing away with the entrance exam, Walls has gone downhill.

2) Who wants to repeat courses at Walls that you have already done at BASIS? A lot of needless repetition of coursework.

3) Walls doesn't offer a lot of advanced courses. For example, no AP Bio this year.

4) Walls is weak in STEM

5) Average SAT score at BASIS is higher and college admissions per capita are better.

6) Red Giants is better than Penguins.

[Anonymous]

Im just hoping for a group of kids that gel better with my kid at Walls - the behavior issues at Basis are just miserable

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:My child just got accepted to Walls.

Any Walls families that came from BASIS who care to weigh in on how Walls compares? Any families who regretted the switch? If so, why?

Just visit and really depends on your kid. Walls is a Humanities school which is a big change from Basis. It is truly a sink or swim environment.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Im just hoping for a group of kids that gel better with my kid at Walls - the behavior issues at Basis are just miserable

Interesting, as I don’t hear lots of complaints about behavior.

I’m curious about teacher quality. I also wonder whether my child would benefit from a larger graduating class.

[Anonymous]

What does your kid want to do? Most kids I know have a strong preference for either staying or leaving Basis.

[Anonymous]

My kid wants to stay at BASIS, over Walls.

But my kid does not seek out change. I want an informed decision.

In other threads posters have asserted that Walls is going downhill. I’m well-aware of the changed admissions standards but would welcome input on other ways it’s reportedly declining.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:What does your kid want to do? Most kids I know have a strong preference for either staying or leaving Basis.

Mine is on the fence. Has had a great experience at BASIS . . . but Walls is where a lot of her elementary school friends will go (so a reunion of sorts).

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:My kid wants to stay at BASIS, over Walls.

But my kid does not seek out change. I want an informed decision.

In other threads posters have asserted that Walls is going downhill. I’m well-aware of the changed admissions standards but would welcome input on other ways it’s reportedly declining.

And you think asking a BASIS question on DCUM is a means to that end? Really???!!! May I suggest instead that perhaps you are a drama momma who likes to stir the pot?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:My kid wants to stay at BASIS, over Walls.

But my kid does not seek out change. I want an informed decision.

In other threads posters have asserted that Walls is going downhill. I’m well-aware of the changed admissions standards but would welcome input on other ways it’s reportedly declining.

Walls is not going downhill. Those are people who didn't get in. My kid didn't either for that matter. For some, maybe it would behoove you to forgo your spot at Walls so that their kid on the WL has a chance.

[Anonymous]

We are at Walls for 9th and happy. DD has friends who are at BASIS and deeply unhappy about the social issues there. Sounds like small school, smaller cohort every year, less chances to change your friend group and find your people. If you have your people already, then leaving BASIS for Walls might not make sense.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:My kid wants to stay at BASIS, over Walls.

But my kid does not seek out change. I want an informed decision.

In other threads posters have asserted that Walls is going downhill. I’m well-aware of the changed admissions standards but would welcome input on other ways it’s reportedly declining.

Ask yourself, "How does anyone that doesn't have a kid at a school know anything about it?" I guess the 1900+ applicants this year don't think it's trash.

I have a 9th grader there, you know the non-test in crew that's supposedly not smart We came from a private K-8 and the big shock is the amount of responsibility placed on the students. It's definitely more collegiate vs nurturing. So far the school has been challenging and engaging with no behavioral issues. My kid does an outside extracurricular six days a week so it's been the appropriate balance. You're the only one that knows what's best for your kid. So proceed accordingly.