Dozens of parents appealing denial of places for their children at oversubscribed schools

The appeals figure is highest in Dublin, with 27 appeals on the grounds of oversubscription, followed by Kildare with 22 appeals, Meath with 12 and Cork with seven.

Dozens of parents are currently appealing the decision of oversubscribed schools to deny their child a place, as enrolment pressures are set to continue for the upcoming school year.

Figures from the Department of Education show that 85 parents currently have lodged Section 29 appeals with boards of management around the country.