Choosing a school

A guide to choosing a school

An at-a-glance guide to choosing and applying for a school

What they offer, when they are open and how they are registered and inspected

Applying for school places and find key deadlines

Sources of information available to help you when looking for a school

A guide to help you choose a post-primary school for your child

What to do if you don't get the school of your choice

Find out how schools allocate places if they are over-subscribed

The range of schools including state, specialist and independent schools