More than 97 per cent of pupils moving up to secondary school in Dorset have secured their preferred offer.
Figures released by Dorset Council show 97.2 per cent of applicants for Year 7 and Year 9 places have received their preferred offer, matching last year’s results.
For Year 7 admissions, nearly 99 per cent were allocated their first preference, while 94 per cent achieved the same for Year 9.
Clare Sutton, cabinet portfolio member for children’s services, education and skills at Dorset Council, welcomed the results.
Councillor Sutton said: "I am delighted that so many families have got their first preference, meaning that our children will be going to local schools.
"As these students get ready to start their educational journey in September, I want to wish them all the best for a successful and fulfilling experience."
Allocation emails will be sent to families by email as of today, who are now able to check the status of their applications online.
Those who did not receive their preferred offer are entitled to appeal the decision through Dorset Council’s official process.
Further details on how to appeal, alongside more information about the council’s school allocation policy, are available at Dorset Council's website.
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