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School Admissions: Frequently Asked Questions

Will I get help with transport?

Home to school transport is available only in very limited circumstances. These are explained in the Borough's policy document Home to School and Home to College Transport. In general, we will not provide home to school transport where there is a suitable school with a vacancy within the statutory walking distance from your home. If there is no such school, we will provide transport only to the next nearest suitable school with a vacancy. These schools may be within or beyond the borough's boundary, and they may not be the same as your preferred schools. For more details, please cal 01628 796666.

Will I get help with transport?
When will Waiting Lists be available?
When should I apply for a reception place for my child?
What is my designated area school?
Does my child have to attend my designated area school?
Will I be guaranteed a place at my designated area school?
If I apply early, will my application be more successful?
What if the school I want to apply for is a 'church school'?
If my child already has a sibling at the school, does that automatically gain them a place?
Is it important how I rank my preferences on my Common Application Form?
When will I know which school my child has been allocated?
What will happen if my child is refused a place at my preferred school?
How were middle/secondary/ upper school places allocated this year?

If you cannot find the answer to your question, please contact the School Admissions Team.