Overview

This bill amends the School Admissions Code in England to give priority to children with a terminally ill or seriously disabled parent or guardian during the school admissions process. This ensures these children have greater access to a suitable school.

Description

The School Admissions Bill modifies the existing School Admissions Code (Section 84 of the School Standards and Framework Act 1998). The amendment includes children with a parent or guardian who is terminally ill or has a seriously disabling illness within the definition of a "looked after child." This means such children will now be given priority consideration during the school admissions process for maintained schools in England. The bill applies only to England and will come into force immediately upon passage.

Government Spending

The bill's impact on government spending is not explicitly stated in the provided text. The changes may lead to increased administrative costs associated with implementing the new priority system, but no figures are given.

Groups Affected

• Children with terminally ill or seriously disabled parents/guardians: This group will directly benefit from the bill, gaining priority in school admissions.
• Schools in England: Schools will need to adjust their admissions processes to accommodate the new priority criteria.
• Local authorities: Local authorities will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of the changes within their respective areas.

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