Would you like help to understand the admissions process?

 Are you confused by the paperwork?

 Would you like help to find the information to help you make your preferred choice?

 Do you need help with the secondary admissions appeals process?

These are just some of the concerns that parents and carers often have. The School Choice Adviser can help you with all of these allowing you to feel more confident about making the preferred school choices for your child.

Important: Your child will not automatically go to your local school. You need to fill in an application form.

 Listen to any concerns or difficulties you may have

 Discuss all options available to you

 Help with the completion of the application form online or a paper copy

 Explain the admission process for different schools

 Give you information to allow you to see how well the school is performing

 Provide details on uniform policies and eligibility for school transport

 Consider any specialisms the school may have

 Information to see which schools have been oversubscribed in previous years

 Advice on how to apply for a school place outside Staffordshire]

 Support parents through the admissions process

 To provide advice and guidance so that you can make a realistic and informed decision

 To provide independent, impartial and free advice

 To simplify and clarify the process for parents and carers

 To provide presentation sessions at school open days and evenings

 Advice can be offered in your own home

Helen Dell
Staffordshire County Council
Children and Lifelong Learning
Tipping Street
Stafford
ST16 2DH

Telephone: 01785 278992
Mobile: 07814 868854

Email: choiceadvice@staffordshire.gov.uk

You can also contact us by using our feedback form.

 

Last Modified: 24/09/2008 11:29:33
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