Hundreds of parents are being urged to choose their child’s school before this week’s cut-off point.
The national deadline for parents to return their Primary School Preference forms is Thursday.
More than 2,000 forms were sent out in November but almost 300 remain outstanding despite two sets of reminders being sent out by the admissions service.
There is particularly high demand in several areas of Middlesbrough including the town centre area.
It is essential parents in all areas fill in their forms on time to avoid disappointment.
The process can be carried out online - to complete the form, visit http://ift.tt/1kW4ztd and search for “school admissions”.
Parents must then register on the admissions website then apply for school places for their child using the Unique Pupil ID (UID) which was supplied via the letter from the school admissions team.
Where preference forms are not completed or returned, places will be allocated by the Local Authority at a school with places remaining after all other applications have been processed.
Choice Adviser Janet Beckwith is independent of the admissions process and available to help anyone anxious to get their form in on time.
Specialist support and advice is available to minority and vulnerable groups, and Janet liaises with the BME team, schools and other services.
Janet said: “Choosing a school for our children is one of the most important decisions we can make, and is instrumental in ensuring they get the best possible start in life.
“All parents have the opportunity to state their preference, and it is vital that they exercise that right.
“We’re here to support and advise any parent/carer who needs help to complete their form.”
Any parent/carer who would like help or further information can contact Janet on 01642 201872 or school admissions on 01642 201890 or 201856.
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