I was having this exact same discussion with my DH this morning. DD2 wants a party at The Fairies, that has a maximum of 12. There are 14 little girls in her class, together with her sister and a close family friend we've got big numbers problems. I have no idea what I'm going to do in terms of who to invite and who to leave out.

DD1 has two pre-primary parties next weekend - both kids turning 5. One of them has invited everyone in the class and the party is going to be at an indoor play centre. The other is also at an indoor play centre but it doesn't seem as if everyone is invited, but most are. Its caused a few difficult moments. TBH I wouldn't be upset if my DD wasn't invited to a party in the class unless she was the only child not invited - they I would want to know why in case there was a bigger issue that needed addressing.