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Choosing a school
Local schools: get the complete picture
Comprehensive schools information online - find a local school, read Ofsted reports, get performance data and much more
A guide to choosing a school
An at-a-glance guide to choosing and applying for a school
Apply for a school place
Apply for school places online and on paper, and find key deadlines
Finding a school to suit your child
Sources of information available to help you when looking for a school
Test results and Ofsted reports
Find out about researching school performance
Admissions criteria
Find out how schools allocate places if they are over-subscribed
Appealing against a decision
What to do if you don't get the school of your choice
Types of school
The range of schools including state, specialist and independent schools
Educating your child at home
Your responsibilities if you choose to educate your child at home
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The quickest route to the school gate
Find the best route to school whether you're walking or travelling by train, car or bus
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