Greg Fairchild, head of Reading School in Berkshire, says he is taking steps to identify parents who provide false addresses in applications for grammar school places. The action follows what he describes as high demand for limited places, with around 1,300 pupils applying for roughly 150 places each year. According to reports, Fairchild decides to adopt an investigative approach to deter and detect alleged address-based fraud. The underlying allegation is that some families may use fake addresses to improve a child’s eligibility for admission. The reports indicate the school’s concern is focused on verifying where applicants live and ensuring the admissions process is fair. While details of the specific methods are not fully described in the available excerpts, the stated aim is to catch or prevent misconduct and protect the integrity of the admissions system. The story is presented as part of the school leadership’s response to pressure on selective-entry places, and the need for checks to confirm applicant information.