school near to where you live as one of your preferred options. demand for school places is high, in some areas greater than others, and this helps towards you being offered a local school.
your nearest school for admission purposes is measured by a straight line. but, for help with travel costs, the nearest school is measured by walking distance. if travel cost is an important factor in your school preference or you are in any doubt over the distance between your home and a school please check with the area education office. 