The School Admissions Forum in Lewisham is a non-statutory body that reviews and advises on school admissions policies to ensure they prioritise the interests of parents and pupils. It represents maintained mainstream schools and Diocesan authorities, assessing how well admissions arrangements serve local families and monitoring published admission numbers. The Forum also reviews the clarity and accessibility of guidance for parents. It meets termly to consider admissions arrangements, promote agreement on admissions issues, and suggest improvements, publishing advice to school governors.
This body works in partnership with local schools to simplify and improve the accessibility of admissions processes for parents.