Hello, we are moving "back" to Wellington after 25 years in London (my OH is grew up in Karori) so lots of things have changed since he was at school ...

We have been considering various suburbs - depending on schools - when we move our daughter will be in year 3/4 and our son in year 5/6. The latest is Eastbourne, as it seems nice & warmer ??

But we are wondering if our son would get into Wellington College from there? He could get on the 4th criteria as a son of Old Boy, but how oversubscribed is Wellington College? Also, from a practical point of view - how would be his daily commute to school? If our son doesn't get into Wellington College - which secondary school could we consider??

We are thinking of Queen Margaret for our daughter as a secondary school which would be much easier distance wise. So she potentially has an option of going there straight away. It would leave us to find a Primary School for our son. I'm wondering what people think of Wellesley College?

Alternatively, we could send both kids to a local state primary: Muritai, St Antonio or Konini - how good are these schools?

Thank you for all the advice!!