For some there will inevitably be disappointment as they miss out on getting their first choice secondary and will instead have to settle for their second or even third pick.
Last year, an overwhelming majority of pupils in Lancashire went to their preference school, with figures for secondary school admissions, released by Lancashire County Council, showing that 86.27 per cent of pupils got their top pick. And this year, around nine in ten of Lancashire pupils got into their first choice school.
But for those not so lucky, Ofsted may well be one of the first places they turn to for information about their new school.
Here’s a rundown of the latest inspection reports published by the education watchdog for secondaries across the Preston area, including a summary of its findings and the school’s all important rating.
13. Fulwood Academy
Inspection of Fulwood Academy took place on 10 and 11 February, and 6 and 7 July 2021 and the report found the academy to be rated to 'Require improvement'. The quality of education Requires improvement. Behaviour and attitudes Requires improvement. Personal development was 'Good'. Leadership and management Requires improvement. Pictured is academy principal Andrew Galbraith Photo: Neil Cross
14. Penwortham Priory Academy
Penwortham Priory Academy is rated as 'good'. Following their most recent visit in 2020, Ofsted inspectors noted: "Pupils are typically happy and feel safe at Penwortham Priory Academy." Photo: Kelvin Stuttard