The beat-the-system guide to school appeals

Hertfordshire & Nationwide versions – just £6 each!

"Good tips" – Daily Mirror

We feel for you. We've been there, done that. And now we want to help you take on the system – and win. So if you want the very best for your child – what should you do next?

You might sell up... if you can. But the average cost of moving is £9,500, and there's still no guarantee that you'll get the school that you want. You might consider forking out to go private, although this option is increasingly out of reach for many parents, now that the average annual cost per pupil is £10,239.

But there is another option. Appeal. A third of all parents will win their appeal – so isn't it worth your best shot? Our invaluable guides will help you through the next few months, holding your hand, every step of the way.

There are two versions: the Nationwide Guide and the Hertfordshire Guide. Both are packed with advice and inside information. They have been updated to incorporate changes in the admission system that came into effect in 2008. The guides set out your legal position as simply as possible, and will help you consider ways to challenge the admission authority’s decision. They are equally relevant for primary and secondary appeals, and you can read about the particular challenges faced by anyone appealing for an infant place. Designed to help you through the difficult months ahead, they are available for just £6 each.

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You should receive the guide by email within three hours of payment (check your spam filter if you don't see it within that time!). Th guide will go to the email address that's linked to your PayPal account. Please let us know if you unable to receive documents via email, or prefer not to pay via PayPal, so that we can make alternative arrangements. In the unlikely event of any problems, please email us at or text 07957 464585.

Here’s what our customers say about the guides...

"I won my appeal by using one of your tips. Thank you so much!" Mrs J, St Albans

“Thanks for the guide. It is extremely useful, perhaps the most informative and helpful that I have read". Mrs S, Harpenden

"Really well written and it's great to get the inside info. There's loads of stuff here to help with my appeal and I feel in safe hands". Mrs B, Milton Keynes

Hertfordshire toolkit:
Primary schools Admission Calculator
Secondary schools Admission Calculator
School selector
Measuring distance
Admission rules
Priority areas
Guidance & support:
School appeals guides
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