I would really appreciate some advice.
I?ve read threads on this site and will definitely be appealing against the decision. however, I?m interested to know if anyone was successful so far.
I?ve received an email (and the letter) from the school on the 7th March, telling me that my son's place (1st choice) which was offered on 1 March 2013 and I accepted on 2 March 2013 (through confirmation email/letter received by Local Authority and the school) has been withdrawn as a result of an error due to him being assessed under the incorrect admissions category for the school.
This is a catholic school which has its own criteria and he is in Category C.
I have phoned the LA on the same day as when I received the email. They were aware of the situation as the school had phoned them earlier. The LA told me that another school (3rd choice) also offered us a place and they will send me a letter of confirmation.
We have not given any false information on the application forms, and it seems the school has made a mistake in putting my application in the wrong category.
I went to school today to discuss this further. They agree it?s their error but the headmaster has made the decision and there is no turnaround. The school also advised me to appeal but said that doesn?t guarantee me the place. (logical)
We have not taken this news well and my son is very upset. He has spent the weekend crying over this.
Please help... I would be very grateful to hear from successful candidates who were in the same situation, or anyone else who has any advice to offer.
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Secondary school place withdrawn due to error.. Please help
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LBee7 · 11/03/2013 18:25
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