Checklist for parents

You need to remember to do the following, in order to be sure that your application is completed correctly

• if you reside in Ealing apply through Ealing
• if you reside in another local authority you should complete your local authority’s common application form
• attend any meeting held by your child’s primary school explaining how to apply
• attend open evenings for your preferred schools
• read Ealing’s prospectus , and the school’s oversubscription criteria
• speak to staff in schools admission service or your preferred school to clarify issues you are not sure about, don’t forget our drop in sessions
• speak to teachers and present pupils of your preferred school before making application to ensure that the school is right for your child

Completing an application

• apply online record your unique application reference number (ARN), and print a copy of your application OR complete a paper application
• choose six schools where your child has a realistic chance of being offered a place
• If you have applied for the Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School or Twyford CE High School, complete and return their supplementary information form by the deadline date
• enclose proof of address with your application form including online applications
• if you are claiming exceptional medical/social circumstances attach supporting documentation to your application form

Paper application only

• remember to sign and date the form
• return your form to your child’s current primary school if in an Ealing maintained school, otherwise send direct to school admissions service by the deadline date.