Dixons Unity Academy

a. Looked-after children or children who were previously looked after (evidence required).

b. Children who have exceptional social or medical need, supported by a written recommendation from an independent medical professional such as the child’s paediatrician / consultant or an independent professional from Children’s Services. The recommendation must explain why the Academy is the only suitable school to meet the child’s needs and why no other school
could provide the appropriate support for the child (evidence required and conditions apply).

c. Up to 2 children of staff employed at the Academy, who have been in post for at least two years, or to staff recently appointed to a post for which there is a demonstrable skill shortage. A skill shortage for teachers is a subject / area with a recognised national shortage, and for associate staff a post which has been unstaffed over a prolonged period resulting in multiple advertisements. (conditions apply).

d. Children whose siblings live at the same address, currently attend the Academy, and will continue to do so on the date of admission (conditions apply).

e. Admission of children based on proximity to the Academy using straight-line measurement from the school to the home address

You should read the full admissions policy before applying. For some criteria, you may need to send extra information.