Borough of Telford & Wrekin

Changing from one school to another

Changing from one school to another
The decision to move your child from one school to another should never be taken lightly. It is important for a child to have a settled school placement throughout the primary and secondary phase of their education.

Please discuss any concerns with your child's current headteacher before deciding to move your child to a different school. If, after this discussion, you still wish to transfer your child to another school you should ask the current headteacher for a transfer form. You must complete this form and return it to your child's current school. The headteacher of your child's current school will then liaise with the headteacher of the school requested. If a place is unavailable at the requested school you will be informed of the appeal procedure. You may also wish to contact the Admissions Team by telephoning 01952 380901/380903/380904 to discuss alternative schools with places available.

Moving your child during Year 10 or Year 11 could cause particular problems as it is unlikely that your child's current GCSE courses will be able to be matched at a different school.

It is possible for your child to remain at their current school if you move to a new address within the area. However, you will need to consider how your child will get to and from school; transport assistance will not usually be provided by the Local Authority (LA).

If your child has a Statement of Special Educational Needs you will need to discuss any change of school with the LA's education officer.


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