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Nine out of 10 parents allocated their first-choice secondary school
• Nine out of ten Staffordshire parents (93.2%) have been allocated their first choice secondary school for September, with almost 99% securing one of their top three preferences.
• The results exceed last year’s national and regional average of around 83% and reflect close working between the council, schools and neighbouring authorities.
• Families are being informed from today (Monday)
2 March 2026
Highways improvements completed in Newcastle
• £260k improvement scheme at Dimsdale Parade West in Newcastle completed.
• Work included road resurfacing and kerb/ironworks repairs.
• Part of new Roadmap towards better and safer roads.
2 March 2026