What usually counts
Distance, sibling, alumni, girl child, and first-born criteria dominate DoE and private school point systems. Profession rarely adds points directly.
Where profession still helps
Work location can change your effective neighbourhood schools. Transfer cases and defence/govt categories may open priority windows at specific institutions.
What to do next
Map your points honestly, then shortlist schools where you are competitive — JEC counselling can pressure-test that list with you.