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Suffolk County Council has offered more than 9 in 10 pupils their first-preference secondary school for September 2025.
Why it matters: Nearly all families (97.5%) received offers for one of their three preferred schools, though approximately 195 children in the county did not get a place at any of their chosen schools.
By the numbers:
7,831 secondary school applications were processed
91.9% of pupils received their first preference
97.5% received one of their three preferences
2.5% (approximately 195 pupils) did not receive any of their preferred choices
What they're saying: "It is really positive that once again the majority of families have been offered a place at one of their preferred secondary schools," said Councillor Andrew Reid, Suffolk County Council's Cabinet Member for SEND and Education.
For parents who missed out: If a preference for a Suffolk school was refused, children will automatically be added to the waiting list for that school. Parents can also lodge an appeal.
What's next: Parents who received school place confirmations now need to consider transport arrangements. Those eligible for Suffolk County Council funded school travel will receive an email by Thursday 3 April 2025 with details of how to opt-in.
The bottom line: While most Suffolk families received good news on National Offer Day, a small percentage will need to navigate the waiting list or appeals process if they're unhappy with their allocation.
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