Appeal a school place decision

Find out when you can appeal a school admission decision and how to submit an appeal.

Information for 2027 entry

Information about responding to offers, waiting lists, appeals and school allocation details for this transfer group will be available from National Offer Day on 16 April 2027.

Appeals

If your child is refused a place at one of your preferred schools, you have the right to appeal the decision to an independent appeal panel.

Information about:

  • who can appeal
  • how to submit an appeal
  • appeal deadlines
  • appeal hearing arrangements

will be published on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027.

Unsuccessful for a school outside Portsmouth

For schools outside Portsmouth, please contact the relevant local authority directly for information about appeals and waiting lists.

Contact us

If you need further guidance, contact the admissions team:

Email: admissions@portsmouthcc.gov.uk
Telephone: 023 9268 8008 via the City Helpdesk

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