The information in this article is from the School Admissions Code and applies to you if you're the school's admission authority, i.e.:
- Academies - the academy trust is the admission authority
- Foundation schools - the governing board is the admission authority
- Voluntary-aided schools - the governing board is the admission authority
How often to consult
You must consult on your admission arrangements:
- Whenever you propose changes to your admissions arrangements, unless the changes are 1 of the exceptions below
- At least once every 7 years if you make no changes
You don't need to consult on your admission arrangements if you're:
- Increasing your published admission number (PAN); or
- Changing your arrangements to comply with the admissions code or school admissions regulations
If you don't consult properly, this can be grounds for complaints and appeals.
Who to consult
Parents of children between the ages of 2 and 18 Other people in your area who you think might have an