Hello admissions types I could do with a little advice if that's possible
I posted on another thread about our LA's waiting list procedures. They limit the number of waiting lists you can be on and take the names of any children off the waiting list if they do not appeal.
I emailed to clarify their protocol following tiggy's advice suggesting that closing the waiting lists was in breach of the code. They have added DC to 3 waiting lists, whilst retaining the place currently offered which is good. However they have replied to say:
"How each admission authority operates that waiting list must then be published as part of their own determined Admission arrangements, which are consulted on each year and submitted to the DfE. Different admission authorities will have different processes in place for operating waiting lists, current arrangements for waiting lists can be found in our guide for parents available to download in full from our website. Only If you appeal for a school will your child’s name will remain on that waiting list until December 2018 if need be"
We are low down on one list, and in the teens on the other 2. The appeals deadline is 12 April (immediately after Easter Hols) so essentially, DC will only be allowed on the waiting list for another 2 weeks.
Our grounds for appeal are not strong at all, and related only to the GCSE options that are available really. The school DC have been allocated is ok, and I am trying to learn to love it. I feel that making an appeal will be a lot of wasted energy for everyone really.
Are they breaking the admissions code if they close the waiting lists?
Thanks so much. TL/DNR I know...
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