There is no doubt that if you shout loud enough, it seems, you can get things done.

Parents have a good record of getting their voices heard in this city.

Today we are happy to report good news for families in Wolvercote.

Sixteen parents have been told their children will get places at the village school.

People power had a similar effect at St Christopher’s, in Cowley, Oxford, which was successfully kept open after a threat of closure.

Furious Wolvercote families have, for, weeks been campaigning to the local education authority.

Children were facing long trips across the city to other schools because there was no room in class.

Now a solution has been found and Wolvercote will accept the youngsters.

It is great news, and credit is due to the county council and the school for working hard to find a resolution.

Education bosses have frequently moved to create new capacity where schools are oversubscribed.

Most people get their first choice of school and, while it is not great for those who miss out, we should be grateful for that.