Thousands of Somerset children starting secondary school in September have found out what school they will be attending.
Figures from Somerset County Council announced on Wednesday show that 92.8 per cent of pupils had their first preference met, with only one in 200 having to settle for their third preference choice.
Parents who applied online will receive the news on Wednesday, while those who applied using a paper form will receive their offer by post in the coming days.
Councillor Tessa Munt, Executive Lead for Children and Families at Somerset County Council said: “We want to provide Somerset children with the best possible education and are pleased to be able to offer a high percentage of pupils one of their preferred schools, despite pressure on school places in larger towns. I wish them all the best in this new chapter.”
Parents and carers of children not offered any of their top 3 preferences can find further information and help at the Somerset County Council website.