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  • In DFE guidance
  • Posted February 11, 2026

Parents Prioritising Primary Schools with Free Breakfast Clubs

Many primary schools are experiencing difficulties in filling available enrolment spaces, which has a direct effect on securing sufficient funding for effective operations. Implementing a Free Breakfast Club may be a solution worth considering. The benefits of a Free Breakfast Club include: Universal access, reducing
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  • In School Admission, School Admission Appeals
  • Posted February 6, 2026

Secondary Transfer offers go out on 2 March 2026

  There are only a few weeks till the secondary school offers for September 2026 will be released. Expect a surge in calls from parents concerned about their child’s placement. While the Admissions Officer will handle most enquiries, support is needed as one person may
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  • In Uncategorised
  • Posted January 8, 2026

DfE Research Report: Delayed School Admissions for Summer-Born Pupils (Oct 2025)

As the reception entry deadline approaches, it is essential for schools to be aware of the DfE’s non-statutory guidance regarding admissions for summer-born children. While this guidance advises parents to apply for a place in their child’s normal age group at the same time as
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  • In DFE guidance
  • Posted November 11, 2025

New DfE guidance on developing a school uniform policy

School uniforms are intended to foster a sense of identity and community among pupils and their schools; therefore, affordability is essential. The cost of uniforms should not prevent families from applying to particular schools or restrict children’s participation in school activities. According to DfE data
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  • In School Admission Appeals, School Admissions
  • Posted November 6, 2025

Understanding School Admission and Appeals Compliance Training Session

School admissions and appeals have grown increasingly complex and demanding in recent years. To effectively address these challenges, it is essential for schools to have a thorough understanding of their responsibilities and to implement procedures that fully comply with current regulations.  To support schools, I
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  • Parents Prioritising Primary Schools with Free Breakfast Clubs
  • Secondary Transfer offers go out on 2 March 2026
  • DfE Research Report: Delayed School Admissions for Summer-Born Pupils (Oct 2025)
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