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Our CofEB Schools Independent Appeal Panel should reflect the diverse backgrounds of all our pupils. We are keen to welcome new volunteers, particularly from backgrounds currently underrepresented, such as Black, Asian and Minority ethnic.
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Admissions
Each Aided School or Academy can determine its own Admissions Policy in compliance with the requirements of the School Admissions Code 2021. Church of England Birmingham schools must also take account of Diocesan guidance (see below) when setting admissions criteria.
We support and advise governors in producing these policies. We work with all governing bodies and encourage them to have as open an Admissions Policy as possible.
Church of England schools are permitted to include faith criteria in their policies but are not obliged to do so.
Schools' Admissions Policies can be accessed via each individual school’s website.
Admission Appeals
We also arrange Admission Appeals hearings on behalf of some of Church of England Birmingham's schools and academies.
If your child has not been granted a place at the school of your choice and you decide you wish to appeal, check the relevant school's Admissions Policy and website for information about how to appeal. This will tell you whether you need to appeal directly to the school's Board of Governors or to the Local Authority.
The Education Team's lead officer on Admissions and Admission Appeals is Rachel Raftery.
Documents
School Admission Appeals Code of Practice (February 2021)
BDBE 2021 Guidance for Schools Setting Admissions Policies
CofE Birmingham Appeals Timetable (October 2023-September 2024)
Suggested ToR: Admissions Committees (September 2019)
BDMAT Model Admissions Policy for Academic Year 2023-24
Non-BDMAT Model Admissions Policy 2021 (for VA Schools & Academies)