Please note: The Department for Education no longer funds New Schools Network to provide support for free school applicant groups. For more information about applying to open a free school, visit gov.uk. Applicant resources remain available to access, but may be out of date.
The majority of pupils will attend a mainstream school. These resources should be used by applicants proposing primary, secondary and 16-19 provision.
Pupils who are not thriving in a mainstream school might attend alternative provision. This is usually for behavioural reasons but could be for a variety of reasons.
Pupils with a special educational need (SEN) might attend a special free school. They may or may not have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).
Not sure yet? Find out about different types of free school here.