This document is one in a series which aims to assist Local Authorities in Britain with asset management planning (AMPs) for schools. AMPs set out the information needed, and the criteria used, to make decisions about spending on school premises. The document provides guidance on the appraisal of school AMPs in 2002 to inform 3-year formulaic capital allocations beginning in 2003-04. It also outlines elements of the data required for appraisal in 2003 for 2004-05 capital allocations. The guidelines incorporate several key changes to ensure that AMPs operate at a more strategic level within Authorities. (Appendices contain the appraisal frameworks for the statement of priorities and the local policy statement, and required project details.) (EV)