East Riding Families Receive Secondary School Place Offers for September 2026
Thousands of families across the East Riding have received their secondary school place offers for September 2026, with the vast majority securing a place at their first-choice school.
East Riding of Yorkshire Council confirmed that 94.2% of applicants received an offer from their first-preference school — slightly above the national average.
Key Statistics
- Total applications: 4,187 for secondary school places
- First preference: 94.2% received their first choice
- Top three preferences: 98.7% received one of their top three choices
- Appeals: Parents who wish to appeal have until 28 March
Most Popular Schools
The most oversubscribed secondary schools in the East Riding were:
- South Hunsley School, Melton — 1.3 applications per place
- Beverley Grammar School — 1.2 applications per place
- Beverley High School — 1.2 applications per place
What Happens Next
Parents who did not receive their preferred school have the right to appeal. The council's admissions team is available to provide guidance and support throughout the process.
Portfolio holder for children and young people, Councillor Julie Abraham, said: "We're pleased that the vast majority of families have received their first-choice school. Our schools across the East Riding offer an excellent standard of education, and we're confident that every child will thrive wherever they are placed."
Parents are advised to accept their offered place even if they intend to appeal, as this does not affect the outcome of any appeal.