PARENTS applying for their children’s secondary school places are being encouraged to go online.

By applying over the internet, Bexley Council says applications will be checked for errors and will not be lost in the post.

Parents and carers can apply online at bexley.gov.uk/admissions where they will also find a guide to all secondary schools in the borough and information on the application process.

They can also visit eadmissions.org.uk and apply direct.

Those who do prefer to hand in a paper copy of the form at their child’s primary school, will need to ensure that they do so by October 22.

For more information call 020 8303 7777 and select option six or email admissions.els@bexley.gov.uk