This report sets out the decision that, where a child has taken the entrance test for a grammar school, but failed to achieve the qualifying pass mark for consideration, parents/carers will now be permitted to amend their child’s application until 10 December 2020 (subject to certain conditions – given in the report).

It is the decision of the Chief Executive, in consultation with the Lead Councillor for Education, that where a child has taken the entrance test for a Grammar School, but failed to achieve the qualifying pass mark for consideration, parents/carers will now be permitted to amend their child’s application until 10 December 2020, subject to the following conditions:

(1) The parent/carer has submitted a valid application for a grammar school (i.e. applied to the school and sat the test);

(2) The grammar school is listed on the child’s “on time” application to Brighter Futures for Children School Admissions team;

(3) The parent/carer has listed four preferences on their “on time” application.