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If you want your child to go to a school that is different from your local catchment, you have the right to make a placing request.

Our pages explain more about what this is, how to make one and how the process works.

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Placing requests - Enquire
If you do not feel that the catchment school (or another school that has been offered) is the right school for your child, you have the right to make a placing request to a specific school of your cho...
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November 11, 2026 at 1:48 PM
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!Key dates!

A school placing request can be made at any time, but the national deadline for requests for an August 2027 start is 15 March 2027, though local deadlines may vary with some even falling before Christmas – check with your local authority to confirm.

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An image with a lilac filer of two adults sitting at a desk, in a Primary school classroom. In front of the image is a big yellow explanation mark with text that states, "Placing requests Important dates. All placing requests for the school year beginning in August 2027 must be submitted by Monday 15 March, 2027. HOWEVER. Many local authorities set their own deadline for placing requests. In many areas this may fall earlier in the year, or before the Christmas break. Please check with your local authority as soon as possible." At the bottom right is the white, circular, Enquire and Reach logo.
November 11, 2026 at 1:48 PM
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This time of year is usually when we start to recieve more questions around #placingrequests.

Today's #FAQFriday highlights some key things you need to know including who to submit your request to, and what needs to be included.

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Today's FAQ Friday uses a dark teal colour scheme and asks how do I make a placing request? Answer card one of three explains that there are different routes to progress a placing request depending on where you want your child to go to school. If the request is to a local authority run school, the request must go to the local authority responsible for running the school. This may be different from the local authority area you live in. For independent or grant-aided schools, an application should be made to the local authority where the child lives. Answer card two of three highlights placing requests must be made in writing, or in another form that can be referenced or accessed in the future, for example video or audio recording. Placing requests are usually made through the local authority website. The final answer card of the set explains that a placing request must include particular information including your name and address, your child's name and age, the name of their current school (if any), the name of the schol you have chosen and the reasons for your choice.
December 5, 2025 at 1:32 PM
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Choosing a learning environment for your child can be daunting, particularly if they have #additionalsupportneeds.

Our pages explain everything you need to know, including what to do if you feel the intended #school isn't the right fit.

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Choosing the right school - Enquire
It’s important you feel your child is going to a school that is able to meet their support needs, and where they’ll feel safe, included and happy. Find out more about choosing the right school.
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November 19, 2025 at 2:33 PM