Consultation Opens on School Admissions for 2027

Bradford Council seeks views on admission arrangements

The local authority has launched a statutory consultation on proposed school admission arrangements for the academic year starting September 2027. This consultation is a legal requirement under Section 88C of the Schools Standards and Framework Act 1998.

The consultation invites feedback from parents, schools, and other stakeholders on the proposed admission policies that will determine how children are allocated places in Bradford schools for the 2027 intake.

Legal Context and Purpose

Section 88C of the 1998 Act mandates local authorities to consult on their admission arrangements to ensure transparency and fairness in the allocation of school places. The consultation process allows the community to have input before final arrangements are confirmed.

Details of the Consultation

• The consultation covers all admission arrangements proposed by the local authority for September 2027.
• It includes criteria for prioritising applications and the process for applying to schools within the Bradford district.
• Stakeholders are encouraged to review the proposals and submit their views within the consultation period.

Next Steps

Following the consultation, the local authority will consider all responses before finalising the admission arrangements. These arrangements will then be published and will guide school admissions for the 2027 academic year.

Further information and details on how to participate in the consultation can be found on the Bradford Schools Online website.