If your child has been refused a place in your preferred school, you have the right to appeal against the decision.
Procedure for School Admission Appeals under the School Admissions (England) (Coronavirus) (Appeals Arrangements) (Amendment) Regulations
Due to the coronavirus outbreak, it is not possible to offer you a face to face appeal hearing. We can provide a video conference appeal meeting using Microsoft Teams. Guidance can in the Downloads section.
Microsoft Teams meeting
To take part in the meeting, you will need access to a computer, tablet or mobile phone with:
- a camera
- speakers
- a valid email address.
You do not need to have any extra software installed on your device to access the meeting.
We will send you a link to the meeting at least two days before it is due to take place. This includes a test meeting to make sure you can connect
Meetings should remain confidential and only attended by those invited. You should turn off all recording devices while in the meeting
Alternative appeal arrangements
Alternative methods are available if:
- you do not have access to the required technology or resources
- there are reasons why you do not feel able to take part in a video conference
Alternative methods, which may take longer to hear, include:
- a video conference in a room in the Civic Offices
- a telephone conference
- an appeal based only on written information. Please note that this arrangement may take longer to hear
To request a room in the Civic Offices, you will need to contact us. Strict social distancing measures will be in force at all times while in building
Contact Us
To discuss a telephone or written appeal please contact:
- Julia Cleary (julia.cleary@wolverhampton.gov.uk) - 07773188452
- Trevor Salmon (trevor.salmon@wolverhampton.gov.uk) - 07773188472
As from Wednesday 18 March 2020, all correspondence in relation to school admission appeals will be via electronic communication only. If you are unable to access emails please contact 01902 551122 and select option 3.’