Children of Armed Services Personnel (Schools Admission) Bill

Key Points

• Establishes a high-priority admission right for children of serving armed forces personnel to state-funded schools, outside the usual annual admission rounds.
• Requires admissions authorities to apply this priority when processing qualifying applications, helping families during relocations.
• Defines who qualifies as a serving member of the armed forces for the purposes of the right.
• Includes provisions for connected purposes to enable implementation (such as regulations or guidance).
• Affects local authority admissions processes and the administration of school places by schools and governors.

Progress

The bill is at the 2nd Reading in the House of Commons, meaning it is in the early stages of passage. It would move on to Committee stage for detailed scrutiny if it progresses.