Consultation Opens on School Admissions for 2027

Bradford Council invites views on admissions arrangements

Bradford Council has launched a consultation on the admissions arrangements for schools in the district for the academic year starting September 2027. The consultation period provides an opportunity for parents, carers, and stakeholders to give their views on the proposed arrangements.

Details of the consultation

The consultation covers the policies and criteria that Bradford schools will use to allocate places to pupils starting school in September 2027. This includes admissions to primary, secondary, and special schools within the Bradford district.

Key points of the consultation include:

• Review of oversubscription criteria for schools
• Consideration of catchment areas and priority admissions
• Arrangements for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
• Any proposed changes to the admissions timetable or process

How to participate

Members of the public and interested parties are encouraged to review the proposed admissions arrangements and submit their feedback. The consultation aims to ensure that the admissions process remains fair and transparent for all families in Bradford.

Further information and consultation documents are available on the Bradford Schools Online website. Responses should be submitted by the specified deadline to be considered in the final determination of the admissions policies.

Background

Admissions arrangements are reviewed regularly to reflect changes in legislation, local demand, and school capacities. Public consultation is a statutory requirement before finalising these arrangements.

Anyone seeking more information or wishing to participate can visit the official consultation page: Bradford Schools Online Consultation.