Admission Impossible

Series 1

Series Summary Admission Impossible

Each year in September many parents embark on a hugely stressful journey to get their kids into the school of their choice. Around half a million primary leavers need to be allocated a secondary school place and all over the country there is a battle being fought for spots at the most oversubscribed schools. Admission Impossible follows the stories of six families from across the country as they navigate their way through the admissions system, striving to secure the perfect place for their child.

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Episodes (2)

  • Episode 1 Admission Impossible

    In Surrey determined businessman Mr Shah is rigorously preparing his son Mehdin for a series of grammar and private school examinations. In…

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  • Episode 2 Admission Impossible

    Brenda and George Prior fear their son George's potential could be wasted at one of the poorly performing schools on their doorstep. Norman…

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