Understanding School Admissions and Appeals

• Consider the findings from the OSA Annual Report
• Learn how to achieve clear and fair procedures, practices and criteria

• Learn how to develop straightforward, effective and transparent admissions procedures and hear how the admissions policy at Reach Academy Feltham has evolved
• Know when to consult and who to consult with when determining admissions arrangements
• Consider how to prepare for oversubscription, in year admissions and withdrawal of places
• Examine Reach Academy Feltham’s commitment to ensure that the school remains accessible to the whole community
• Guidance on how to prepare for the challenges that the appeals process presents

Have your questions answered by an expert in Education Law during this interactive legal session

• Learn how to ensure compliance with both the Admissions and Appeals Codes
• Explore practices and policies that may undermine fair admission processes
• Examine SEND Code of Practice
• Understand fair access protocol and how to avoid common pitfalls
• Analyse legislation relevant to admissions decisions
• Study the different stages of the appeals process for both primary and secondary schools
• Understand what happens after the appeal is over

Hear from a local education authority that is effectively tackling their high demands for school places and meeting their local needs.

• Ensuring consistency in admissions and appeals procedures
• How schools and local authorities can work in partnership and improve coordination
• Understand the importance of adapting admissions procedures to serve the interests of those living within the area

• Working with the Chair, delegates will develop an admissions action plan for their organisation and devise a strategy for effectively handling appeals and complaints