Parents and carers of children seeking a primary school place in September are being reminded to return their application form by the January 15 deadline. This applies to children born between September 1st 2006 and August 31st 2007.
Online applications can be completed in the online school admissions section – a method used by 80 percent of parents and carers last year. Online applicants benefit from being able to view their offer of places on the website on the publication date of April 29. Parents and carers who prefer to complete a paper application can obtain a form from the Council by calling 0300 123 5012.
Councillor Hilda Gaddum, Cabinet member with responsibility for children and families, said: "We appreciate how important it is for parents and carers to secure a place at a school of their choice, and we strive to achieve this wherever possible. Unfortunately, each year a number of applications are received after the deadline, which can result in a child missing out on a place at their preferred school. It is vital that parents and carers return their form before the January 15 deadline to ensure their application is not disadvantaged."
Independent and impartial advice on the admissions process is available from the Council's choice advisor on 0800 408 2013. Offers of places will be published on the Council's website for online applicants only on April 29. Offer letters will be posted to all applicants on this date by second class post.
