Panel members for East London
For nearly 30 years,
parents who have not been offered a place at their preferred school have had the right to appeal to an Admission
Appeals Panel.
Appeals panels are tribunals, independent of Local Authorities and Governing Bodies. Panels rely on a voluntary membership
and their decisions are final and legally binding on all parties.
The work of a panel member is interesting and a way
of contributing something to the community.
Panels should reflect the local community. We welcome
applications from anyone who lives or has a connection with East London’s diverse community.
Who Can Become a Panel Member?
Members of the panel come from a range of backgrounds and no special qualifications are required.
Applications are invited from anyone who considers that they are eligible and interested in the provision of Education.
Access to a computer and
e mail, although not necessary, would be helpful.
Admissions Appeals Panels consist of 3 members and are appointed
from the following categories:-
· People who have professional experience of education or are parents of a registered pupil at a school. At least one
Panel Member must fall within this category.
· People
who are considered to be lay members, This is someone who has not been professionally involved
in the running of a school or teaching in one. However, this does not stop anyone who is (or has been) a school governor,
or otherwise involved in a voluntary capacity (e.g. on the PTA) from being a Lay Member. At least one Panel
Member must fall within this category.
