Appeals
All parents have the right to appeal. Richmond Independent Appeals Service is responsible for the appeals process.
Further information about appealing and an appeal form can be found here
To find out more about the appeal process and how to lodge a complaint, email:
education.appeals@richmond.gov.uk
It is also advisable to seek advice from AfC School Admissions:
richmond.admissions@achievingforchildren.org.uk
Timeline for School Admission Appeals 2026
September 2026 entry
| 2 March 2026 | National Offer Day |
|---|---|
| 20 April 2026 - tbc | Date by which an appeal must be submitted |
| All appeals received by 20 April 2026 will be heard on weekdays bewteen 18 May 2026 and 22 June 2026- tbc (excluding half term) | Dates when appeals will be heard |
| 10 school days in advance of the hearing | Date when appellants will be notified of their appeal hearing |
| 7 working days before the appeal hearing | Date by which the Clerk sends appeal papers to the parents, the panel and the admission authority |
| At the specified time 5 working days before the appeal hearing | Deadline for appellants to submit additional evidence |
| Within 5 school days of the appeal hearing (whenever possible) | Decision letters sent to the appellants |
Appeals lodged after 20 April 2026 may be heard at a later date and after appeals received by the deadline.