Was your child born between 1 September 2022 and 31 August 2023?
Will they have reached the age of 4 by August 31st, 2027?

If so, your child will have the opportunity to start Reception in September 2027.

Applications for this main round will open on Monday 21st September 2026.

You will be unable to apply before this date.

A link to the application form will be available from the date above.

When applying for Reception in September 2027 please be aware of the following:

• Attending a nursery class at a particular primary school does not guarantee subsequent admission to Reception class at that school. A fresh application will be required.
• You need to apply by the closing date to be considered an on-time application.
• Any applications received after the closing date will be considered as ‘late’ applications; this includes any amendments to on-time applications received after this point (see below timetable)
• Late applications that are received up to the end of the allocation period will be considered together after all on-time applications. If we receive more applications than a school has places available, applications will be ranked using the published oversubscription criteria. We will give places to on-time applications first, and then to late applications if there are remaining places available.  
• This means that an on-time application for a student living a considerable distance from a particular school may be successful, whereas a late application for a student living very close to the school may not be. It is very important that you submit your application on time to avoid disappointment.
• Any applications received after the allocation period cannot be processed until after Reception Offer Day.

The timetable for admissions to Reception September 2027 is as below:

If you have a question, you can find our Frequently Asked Questions here.