Secondary transfer allocations have again caused worries this year. There are many more city centre children who have not been allocated a place of their choice than last year.

Leaving aside the simple political issue of why the county council allows this to happen in St Albans and south west herts year after year, here is some simple advice:
– DO appeal
– DON’T turn down a place offered by the county council: you may need it if all else fails (and accepting wlll not affect your appeal)
– DO appeal for more than one school: this again will not prejudice your chances of succeeding for one of the schools
– DO put your child on the continuing interest list.

If you need more detailed advice contact your COUNTY councillor (the district council has no role in education). If you are unsure of who your county councillor is feel free to contact me and I will tell or find out for you.