Admissions & Appeals in MATs and Single Academies

Tuesday 28 Feb 2017
CCT Venues-Barbican, 135-137 Aldersgate St, London

Why is this conference relevant?

Last academic year, there were 62,301 appeals were lodged by parents and 45,784 resulted in an appeal being heard*.

With oversubscription in schools at an all-time high, and appeals a time-consuming and costly process, knowing how to compliantly and efficiently manage admissions and appeals in your academy is essential.


What can I expect?

  • Take part in the day’s mock appeals and learn how to avoid costly and time-consuming pitfalls of unsuccessful appeals – primary and secondary sessions available
  • Gain a vital legal update on the Code and know what powers your school has to manage oversubscription
  • Learn how to challenge your Local Authority on in-year transfers and compliance with its own fair access protocol

Who should attend?

  • Admissions Officers & Coordinators
  • Executive Headteachers
  • Principals
  • Headteachers
  • Vice Principals
  • Deputy Headteachers
  • Assistant Headteachers
  • PA to Headteachers
  • Governors

What our delegates have said

100% of delegates found last year’s event targeted, practical and informative.

'Excellent presentations and useful content'
Jo-Anna Barr, Admissions Manager, LEAF Academy Trust

'Informative session, which was pitched at a good level'
Maria Graham, Operations Manager, William Howard Trust

'The day was worthwhile and covered key areas. The speakers have revealed key areas for checking base at school'
Margaret Holland, Vice Principal, Shenley Academy

*As reported in Schools Week (September 2016)


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