Thousands of MK pupils find out today (2 March) which secondary school they’ll be moving to in September.
In the past ten years, the City Council has created capacity for 13,409 new school places for local children; building seven new schools and helping 22 existing schools expand.
For places in the coming school year, Milton Keynes City Council received 3,854 applications by the 31 October deadline with 97% gaining one of their top four preferred schools, and 83% of children securing their first choice. All children have been offered a school place.
“Although school applications have risen again this year, the vast majority of pupils have been offered a place at one of their preferred schools. This reflects the commitment of our school admissions team and the strength of our local school community. By building new schools and helping others expand, we are ensuring that every family can access a local place.”
A small number of late applications received will be processed during April. Parents who still need to make an application should complete a late application form before 8 March, available on the council’s website at www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/schooladmissions.