Admissions
OFFER DAY 2021
If you have not been successful in obtaining a place for your child for August 2021, you have the right of appeal. Appeals should be made before the deadline of Monday 26th April, using this form:
More information, including the full appeals timeline, can be found in this document:
GENERAL ADMISSIONS INFORMATION
For the academic year 2020-21, Limehurst Academy operates with a Pupil Admission Number (PAN) of 125 in years 7, 8 & 9, and 120 in years 10 & 11. This is reflected in the policies below.
In-year applications
If you wish to move your child to Limehurst Academy during the school year, you should apply for a place by visiting Leicestershire County Council Admissions page. See below for the relevant policy.
If you would like to have a discussion prior to your application, please contact Ann Parker at aparker@limehurst.org.uk or on 01509 263444.
Admissions Appeals
If you wish to appeal against an Admissions decision, please use our Appeals Form.
Current Admissions Policy
Admissions Policy (For places in September 2021 - current Year 6)
Admissions Policy (For places in September 2022 - current Year 5)
Oversubscription Criteria: A Summary
If Limehurst Academy is oversubscribed, it will maintain a clear, fair and objective waiting list. Priority will continue to be based upon the oversubscription criteria. These are summarised below:
1. Looked After Children
2. Children with siblings at the school
3. Children living in Limehurst’s catchment
4. Children attending a feeder school to Limehurst
5. Children of staff
6. Children who live nearest to the school
Our feeder schools are Cobden, Loughborough CoE, Rendell & Robert Bakewell.
Children with EHCPs where Limehurst is named will be offered a place.
For full details, please see the relevant admissions policy from above.