How many children can be on a waiting list

[sue]

I'm sure there was a thread about this, but I can't find it.....
My son came in at 300 on the overall list - with 240 grammer places thereabouts - boys and girls, prior to this. I have been told to appeal by the LEA, as I stand a good chance.
I realistically can't believe there would be much point, as this list number seems low. Has anyone any thoughts, or idea how long the waiting list can be to realistically stand a chance (I would make an appeal though)

[michelle]

Please take the LEA's advise and appeal, my son came in 294 for 240 places and it went to a committee and school reports and they gave him a place still in the first round of offers, he needed to score 260 he scored 256.

So it really is worth trying for an appeal.

Regards

Michelle

[Dizzycool]

Michelle - I am in the same situation and strongly believe that my daughter too stands a chance of getting into her 1st choice grammer. She is on a waiting list of which we are told there are approx 50. I have been told a letter will be sent to her school for an academic type report. Her overall position is 149 for 120 places. Your comments reassures me more. Thanks.

[Guest]

Hey you are welcome, dont lose hope though cos my son just sat the 11+ on the off chance he would pass and cos he liked the grammar school, we didnt really think he would get in if I'm honest just goes to show that I Underestimated him.

Last year the grammar school took in 84 instead of the usual 75 and that was down to parents appealing.

I wish you lots of luck and sure it will be okay.

Regards

Michelle