Applying for a place at Secondary School 2019/20 Information for parents/carers Why not apply online – see page 4 Please read this booklet very carefully because it: • explains how we decide which school to offer your child; and • gives information to help you decide if you are likely to get a place at a particular school. We can give you this information in other formats (such as in large print) and languages if you ask. The information in this booklet was correct at the time it was published. If there are any changes, we will update the information and take appropriate steps to let you know. If you need any help with your application please contact: School Organisation Team People Directorate Wigan Council PO Box 100 Wigan WN1 3DS Phone 01942 489013 Email
[email protected] Contents page Part 1 – Applying for a secondary school place Part 2 – How places are allocated Part 3 – Useful information Part 4 – Information about secondary schools in Wigan Part 5 – Transfer of secondary school Why not apply online? Apply online for your child’s secondary-school place because: • it is quick, safe and secure; • we will confirm we have received your application; • you can change your application at any time up until the closing date for applications ( 31 October 2018); • there are clear, simple instructions to guide you through making your application; and • the service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week during the application period – September 2018 to 31 October 2018. What will I need to apply online? • A computer or mobile device (smart phone or tablet) with internet access • An e-mail account What if I haven’t got internet access? • You can use a computer at a library – we recommend that you book this service beforehand.