You can apply for multiple schools in Durham. It's advised to list up to three school preferences in your application to increase your chances of securing a spot. Here’s how the process works:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| List Up to Three Preferences | You should put your preferred schools in order of preference. |
| Equal Preference Scheme | Your first, second, and third choices are treated as separate applications. The council will offer a place at the highest preference available. |
| Processing Oversubscribed Applications | If your highest preference is oversubscribed, you may be offered a place at the nearest available school instead. |
| Changing Preferences | You can change the order of your preferences until specific deadlines for late applications, but changes after the deadline are treated as late. |
For more comprehensive support, apply online. It's more beneficial to include multiple preferences to avoid being placed in a less favorable school if your first choice isn't available.