Appeals

Learn how to appeal a school place decision if you're unhappy with the outcome. This section explains your rights, the appeals process, and how to build a strong case.

Home to School Transport: Lodging an Appeal

When a council refuses home to school transport help, you can appeal by showing special circumstances that might change their decision.

Making an Exclusions Appeal

If your child is permanently excluded from school, you can appeal the decision and sometimes succeed in getting it overturned or changed.

The Appeal Process

If your child didn't get into the school you wanted, here's how the appeals process works and what you need to know.

What Actions to Take if Your Appeal Fails

If your school appeal fails, you can appeal again but may need to consider other schools in your area instead.

What to Include in an Appeal

Gather the right evidence and documentation to support your school appeal before the Independent Appeal Panel.