In East Lothian, if you wish to explore schools outside your catchment area, you have the option to make a placing request for a non-catchment school. This request must be submitted in accordance with certain guidelines.
Here’s a summary of the placement request process:
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| Placing Request Form | Complete a non-catchment placing request form for your desired school. You can find more information here. |
| Submission Period | Updated forms are available from mid-November each year. You must submit your request by 31st December of the preceding year for the following August intake. |
| Acknowledgment | The council will acknowledge your request within 14 days of submission. |
| Priority for Placement | Priority is given to students living in the catchment area; however, requests are generally granted when there are available places. |
If you are considering a Roman Catholic school, remember that priority is given to Roman Catholic children living within the school's catchment area.
You can get more details about making a placement request and the related schools on the East Lothian Council website here.