Falling through the cracks

The Class 8 results are out and many students have been lifted sholder high for having performed very well. They are those of whom this was expected so were treated with various interviews in various media on these young ones giving out wisdom on how the managed to 'conquer' the exams. Things like obey your parents, obey your teachers, study hard is what they said looking all wise. Nice

So my main concern is for that group that after all the hype, are called to these prestigious national schools and boom...it dawns on them the sheer amount of funds they have to cough up for their child to realise their dream of joining said national school. for some their parents and family will ensure that they get there...for some these foundations that have thankfully sprouted up will take on the burden of fees....but there are still those that will indeed fall through the cracks....those that they may not get picked by the foundations...or county/ constituency bursaries....and just like that their dreams are no longer valid...

But should this be the case?? I dare say that for any child who has been called to a national school, the headteacher should ensure that they join the school else have proof that the child has opted for another school before giving out the slot. These children in my view should qualify automatically for government support! It can be done....it should be done!