Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I get an application form for a university loan ?
Application forms are available from
Application forms are available from
- Your current school or college
- The LEA by ringing the Awards & Grants Section on 0116 252 7855
- DfES Web Site (print off forms and complete)
- Education Department Reception at Marlborough House, Welford Road, Leicester
- Customer Services at B Block in New Walk Center
Can I have some help with my child’s school uniform ?
No, the City Council does not operate a clothing allowance scheme.
No, the City Council does not operate a clothing allowance scheme.
Where do I get details about schools from ?
Search the Schools Directory to find details of schools
Search the Schools Directory to find details of schools
Can my child have a bus pass for school ?
Yes, providing they meet the criteria. View the criteria and print off an application form
Yes, providing they meet the criteria. View the criteria and print off an application form
Where can I find details of school terms/holiday dates?
View School Term details online.
View School Term details online.
How can I transfer my child to another school ?
You should contact the Admissions Service on Tel.252 7811.
You should contact the Admissions Service on Tel.252 7811.
Please could you send me a secondary/primary school brochure ?
Contact the Admissions Service on Tel.252 7811, or view the Primary, Junior Secondary brochure online.
Contact the Admissions Service on Tel.252 7811, or view the Primary, Junior Secondary brochure online.
Please could you send me an admissions form for a primary/secondary school ?
Contact the Admissions Service on Tel.252 7811.
Contact the Admissions Service on Tel.252 7811.
How can I apply for a student loan/tuition fees ?
Contact the Awards, Grants & Loans section on Tel. 252 7855, or view information online
Contact the Awards, Grants & Loans section on Tel. 252 7855, or view information online
Where can I get a list of league tables for primary/secondary schools ?
This information is compiled by the Department for Education & Skills (Dfes). The public enquiry number is 0870 000 2288 and their website.
This information is compiled by the Department for Education & Skills (Dfes). The public enquiry number is 0870 000 2288 and their website.
How can I apply for free school meals ?
View information online or ring the Free School Meals Team on Tel. 252 7865.
View information online or ring the Free School Meals Team on Tel. 252 7865.
How can I apply for a child employment permit ?
View information online or ring the Welfare Service Team on Tel. 221 1260
View information online or ring the Welfare Service Team on Tel. 221 1260
Could you tell me which schools are in my catchment area ?
Contact the Admissions Service on Tel.252 7811.
Contact the Admissions Service on Tel.252 7811.
Where can I obtain a list of nurseries/playgroups/childcare ?
Information can be obtained from The Children's Information Service, or contact them on 0116 225 4890.
Information can be obtained from The Children's Information Service, or contact them on 0116 225 4890.
Where can I obtain a copy of an Ofsted report for my Childs school ?
Contact your Childs school or the central library. Reports can also be seen at the Ofsted website.
Contact your Childs school or the central library. Reports can also be seen at the Ofsted website.