

School Admissions
As part of the education system in England you are able to apply for a reception class for any child who turns 4 years old before the 1st of September of that specific year, applications must be completed the year before they are due to start reception class.
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Reception class is not compulsory, however it is compulsory for all children aged 5 to 18, either at school or otherwise, with a child beginning primary education during the school year they turn 5.
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If you live in England contact your local council to find:
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state-funded schools in your area
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admission criteria for the schools you’re interested in
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You can also contact your local council to apply for places at state schools in other areas. You can search online to find schools in England.
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Private schools or home schooling
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If you’re looking for a place at a private school (also called ‘independent schools’), contact the school directly.
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You can also choose to teach your child at home, known as home schooling.
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Children with special educational needs (SEN)
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If your child has SEN, their Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan will name a school for them. The school must give your child a place.
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You can ask your local council to carry out an assessment if you think your child needs additional support with their educational, health and social needs.
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Find out about a primary or secondary school
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You can find out more by:
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visiting the school - most schools have open days
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reading the school’s most recent Ofsted reports
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checking school performance tables
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talking to other parents about what they think of the school
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Applications
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The link to the Birmingham city council school applications website is available below. All parents who require additional support in completing the application, please speak to a member of the ILM nursery team.
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It is vital that you inform the nursery of any confirmed school places or alternatives, when a decision has been made.
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