This was the official line last time we applied. It came in an email a week or so before allocation day. It says 6pm, but I double checked my allocation email which came at 15.08.
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RELEASE OF ALLOCATION INFORMATION
Allocation emails will be despatched after 18:00 on 02 March 2015.
There will be no information available online prior to allocation emails being sent. The online system will be updated with allocation information after allocation emails have been sent, Late evening on 2 March 2015.
Please be aware that the settings of your local email service could mean that your email arrives several hours after it has been despatched from Hertfordshire County Council.
Information about how to respond to your allocation and other options will be included in your allocation email.
Please remember to keep all your details including email address up to date by logging into the online system.
Regards
Admissions and Transport Team
Children's Services
Hertfordshire County Council