Students were facing bus trips to Malvern if places in Worcester couldn't be found. Worcestershire County Council has welcomed the improved admissions outlook after working with schools to address rising demand, ensuring more children can attend a school closer to home. CABINET MEMBER: Education chief Dan Boatright-Greene is pleased Worcester children will be able to attend secondary school in the city (Image: Submitted)Dan Boatright-Greene, cabinet member for education, special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), and skills, said: "We know there has been significant demand for secondary school places in Worcester, and understandably families want their children to attend a school close to home. "Following work with schools and education partners to increase capacity and carefully manage demand, we are pleased that Worcester children are able to access secondary school places within the city. "While we recognise that some families will remain disappointed with their allocated school place, it is encouraging that local school place options are available for Worcester children and that fewer families face the prospect of travelling outside the city for secondary education."