Mum fined for son's 80 school absences after attack
A Staffordshire mother was fined £80 after her son missed school 80 times following an attack by pupils with metal objects. She admitted failing to ensure regular attendance.
Category : School Admissions
Birmingham Primary School Admissions: What Parents Must Do Now
Primary school admission offers have been released across Birmingham today. Parents are urged to accept offers by April 30, 2026, even if not their first choice, to secure a place while exploring other options.
Birmingham Secondary School Offers Hit Record High in 2026
Birmingham City Council confirms a record number of pupils received their preferred secondary school places for 2026/27, with 97% offered one of their top six choices and 76% securing their first choice.
Schoolgirl Hospitalized After Fall at Midlands College
A schoolgirl was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after falling from height at John Ferneley College in Melton, Leicestershire. Pupils were kept in classrooms as emergency services responded.
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Free Breakfast Clubs Expand to 500 More Schools
The Department for Education announces the expansion of free breakfast clubs to 500 additional primary schools from April, targeting disadvantaged areas and benefiting 300,000 pupils.
Preston Approves School Expansion Plans for Growing Population
Preston Council has approved a comprehensive strategy to increase school capacity, including new primary and secondary provisions, to address rising demand from housing developments and birth rates.
Council Rejects £5.7m to Keep New SEND School on Track
Worcestershire County Council education chiefs are refusing a £5.7 million government offer that would cancel a new specialist autism school in Malvern, insisting the project will proceed despite potential delays until 2029.
Birmingham's 15 Hardest Primary Schools to Get Into
New data reveals the Birmingham primary schools with the lowest first-choice offer rates. Discover the most sought-after schools as the application deadline passes.
Birmingham Primary School 2026 Applications Close Jan 15
Parents in Birmingham must submit primary school applications for September 2026 by January 15. Late forms risk children missing their preferred school. Here's the full guide.
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Critical Jan 15 Deadline for Wolverhampton School Applications
Urgent reminder for Wolverhampton parents: the deadline for primary school applications is 15 January 2026. With only 43% submitted, late applications risk losing preferred school places.
Urgent School Application Deadline for Wolverhampton Parents
Wolverhampton Council urges parents to apply for September 2026 primary school places before the January 15 deadline. Online applications are quick and secure.
25 Birmingham parents caught in school place fraud
A shocking report reveals 25 Birmingham families lied on school applications, with places revoked. Council considers a dedicated fraud officer amid rising cases.
£2.6m Wolverhampton School Expansion Plan
City of Wolverhampton Council approves £2.6m to expand Colton Hills Community School, creating 79 new Year 7 places by 2027 to cope with significant local demand.
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