Time is running out for parents to apply for secondary school places.

Families of Year 6 children have until October 31 to submit their application.

Up to four preferred schools can be listed.

Kent County Council (KCC) has sent emails to those who registered online for the Kent Test, which was sat by children last month.

Letters have also been posted to all 12,990 families.

Recipients are advised to look at the oversubscription criteria and take an informed view about whether they are likely to be able to secure a place at their preferred site.

KCC cabinet member for education and health reform Roger Gough, said: “The next couple of weeks are an important time for families of Year 6 children.

“Kent offers a rich and diverse mix of schools and parents should make use of all their available preferences naming the schools they want most in priority order.

“I would suggest visiting the relevant secondary schools in your area and get advice from your child’s primary school.”

Details of secondary schools in Kent and how to apply can be found in the ‘Admission to Secondary School in Kent 2015’ booklet. Visit www.kent.gov.uk/schooltransport for information.

To apply for a secondary school place online visit www.kent.gov.uk/ola