School preferences for children and young people with EHCPs

Tell us your primary school preferences for a child that has an EHCP

If your child has an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) and is due to start primary school, you will need to tell us your preferred schools.

You can choose up to 3 school preferences. The child must not be older than 6 years by July 31.

Before you start

You will be asked about:

  • the child and who is completing the form
  • the child’s current school, if any
  • your preferred primary schools
  • information that may help us understand the child’s needs, such as siblings or travel support.

Make sure you have:

  • read the admission guide and criteria of the schools you want to apply to
  • consent from the parent or legal guardian you are supporting to fill this form

If you are completing the form on behalf of the child, answer the questions as if you are the parent or carer.

Completing this form means you agree to the child's preferences being discussed at a specialist placement panel if needed. 

What happens next

We will review your application and contact you if we need more details.

If you chose a school or provision outside the borough, a consultation will be issued to the Local Authority responsible for the school or provision

If the child needs help with school travel 

You will need to complete the separate travel assistance form if the child needs travel support. 

Applications are assessed against the Royal Borough of Greenwich Transport Policy.

Find out how to get school travel assistance for a child