Most youngsters will be attending a primary school they want to go to in September, according to the Isle of Wight Council.

The allocation of Isle of Wight primary school places was announced today (Tuesday), with 97 per cent of Island parents gaining a school of their choice.

From the 1,305 applications this year, 93 per cent achieved their first choice, three per cent their second choice and 0.5 per cent their third.

No children are without a place.

Twenty (1.5 per cent) were not offered a preferred school but instead were allocated a place at the nearest school with places available.

Cllr Paul Brading, cabinet member for children’s services, said: "We're absolutely delighted 97 per cent of parents gained a school of their choice.

"We wish all our youngsters starting primary school in September all the very best."