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Parents and families across Sheffield today learned which secondary school their children have been allocated as they proceed into Year 7.

Nearly 97% of children eligible to start secondary school in September this year (2025) have been allocated one of their three preferences.

Nearly 97 per cent of Sheffield children eligible to start primary school in September this year (2025) have been allocated their first preference.

A proactive review of the way council houses are allocated to those who need them is taking place – and now the people of Sheffield are being asked to give their views on how that should be done.

Nearly 95 per cent of Sheffield children eligible to start primary school in September this year (2024) have been allocated their first preference.

Primary School Admissions 2023: over 95% of pupils secure first preference

A brand new approach to housing those who most need short-term support has been approved – which will also help tackle the spiralling costs associated with temporary accommodation.

Views are being sought on a new, five-year Temporary Accommodation Strategy and Policy that will allow our Housing Service to work strategically.