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Primary school guide
Understand Reception applications, deadlines, evidence and the local-authority process.
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School admissions guides
Practical explanations, useful dates and checklists — without the jargon.
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2Admissions guide
State school guide
Check admission policies, oversubscription criteria and the roles of schools and councils.
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3Admissions guide
Faith school admissions guide
Understand faith criteria, evidence and parish requirements.
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4Admissions guide
Grammar school guide
Understand selective tests, qualifying scores and grammar-school admissions by area.
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5Admissions guide
Independent school guide
Understand registration, assessments, interviews, fees, bursaries and scholarships.
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6Admissions guide
How to complete the Common Application Form
Understand equal preference, order your school choices correctly and submit a realistic CAF.
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7Admissions guide
Grammar-school appeals: a parent’s guide
What to do after the 11+ result, when selection review may apply and how to prepare a grammar-school admission appeal.
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