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flag London's secondary school applications dropped 1.6% in 2026 due to declining birthrates, with most students getting preferred schools but access disparities persisting.

flag London's secondary school applications fell 1.6% in 2026 to 86,057, part of a long-term decline tied to the city’s falling birthrate, with officials projecting a 3.8% drop in demand over the next four years. flag Despite the decrease, 70.5% of students got their first-choice school, 89.6% received one of their top three, and 94.3% were offered at least one preferred school. flag Success rates varied widely by borough, from 83.1% in Barking and Dagenham to 60.2% in Greenwich. flag Over 4,800 students did not receive a preferred placement, raising concerns about funding models tied to enrollment and access to high-performing schools, especially for disadvantaged families.

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