Thousands of MK pupils find out today (March 1) which secondary school they’ll be moving to in September. More pupils than ever will be moving to secondary school in MK after a record number of applications were received.
MK Council received 3,701 applications by the October 31 deadline (compared to 3,502 in 2018) with 95% gaining one of their top four preference schools. Overall, there has been a 1% increase in the number of children securing one of their preferred schools.
Councillor Zoe Nolan, cabinet member for children and families said: “Once again, despite our growing population in Milton Keynes and a record number of school applications, every child has been offered a school place. We’re delighted that the majority of our children have landed a preferred choice.
“We projected this increased demand and have been working closely with secondary schools across Milton Keynes to ensure there were enough places available. It’s a testament to our school place planning system and our investment in schools as more people look towards a future in Milton Keynes.”
Of the applications received on time, three out of four of pupils (76%) received their first preference school. 10% of pupils received their second preference, 5% received their third preference school and 4% were allocated their fourth preference school.
A small number of late applications have been received which will be processed during April.
Parents who still need to make an application should complete a late application form which is available on the council’s website here
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