If you have a child of compulsory school age (between five and 16 years of age), you have a legal duty to make sure they receive full-time education that is suitable for their age, ability and aptitude.

Under the Education Act 2002, we must make arrangements to help you decide which school you would prefer your child to go to. The Education Office - Harrogate will be able to advise you which is the normal primary school serving your home address. You can contact them on the number shown below.

North Yorkshire has a mix of infant, junior and all-through primary schools (3-11 or 4-11 years). In order to help you decide which school you would prefer your child to go to we publish a guide for parents which you can download from this page. This publication gives information about the age ranges, types of school, contact details and pupil numbers as well as setting out the admissions procedures you need to follow.

If you would like to apply for a place in a primary school or transfer from a infant to a junior school, please use the application forms below.

Admission to primary school or transfer from infant to junior school 2010

Please note that the application process in these areas is now closed. If you wish to apply for a place in either of these areas please contact the Admissions Team on 0845 0349420.

Admission arrangements for 2011/12

Admission arrangements for 2011/12 have now been determined. You can find more information on the School admission policies page.

Key dates

There are a number of important dates that you need to be aware of if you are applying for a school place:

*Review and appeal dates may vary in exceptional circumstances.

If you would like to find out more information on in-year admissions, please click on the link below:

Apply for a school place Use our online form to apply online for a school place - opens in a new window Apply for a new school place during the academic year (Mid year admissions) - opens in a new window

Admissions to primary schools 2009/2010 Admission Policy for Primary Schools - 2009/10 [26kb] Admission Policy for Community and Voluntary Controlled Schools for the Academic Year 2009/10 Admission to Primary School 2009 - 2010 [1Mb] Primary Guide for Parents Admissions to primary schools 2010/2011 Admission to Primary School 2010 - 2011 [3Mb] Primary Guide for Parents Admission arrangements 2010 - 2011 Revised Admission Policy for Community, Voluntary Controlled & Nursery 2010 - 2011 [23kb] Revised Admission Policy for Community, Voluntary Controlled & Nursery 2010 - 2011 2010 - 2011 Coordinated Admissions Scheme [105kb] 2010 - 2011 Coordinated primary and secondary admissions scheme Primary Maximum Admission Limits for 2010 - 2011 [24kb] Primary Maximum Admission Limits for 2010 - 2011 Secondary Maximum Admission Limits for 2010 - 2011 [13kb] Secondary Maximum Admission Limits for 2010 - 2011 Useful downloads In year admissions flyer [158kb] In year admissions flyer   Related Pages School admission policies Weblinks Please note: All external websites open in a new browser window. North Yorkshire County Council is not responsible for the content of external websites. Ofsted Reports on Schools Inspection reports and links to statistics about individual schools. Department for Education Department for Education website Performance Tables Schools and Colleges Achievement and Attainment Tables where results for each of the County Council's schools can be found. Primary school admissions - frequently asked questions How do I secure a school place for my child? What is the closing date for returning my completed common application form? What are the chances I will get my first choice school? Who makes the decision about admissions? If one of my children got a place at a certain school last year, does this guarantee a place for my next child this year? Can I appeal if I am refused a place in my first choice school? Should I list my local or nearest school? Where can I find the 2010/11 admissions policies for voluntary aided, foundation and trust primary schools? Contacts The education office - Harrogate (general office) aandi.harrogate@northyorks.gov... Tel: 0845 0349467 Full details for The education office - Harrogate (general office) The education office - Harrogate (welfare team) aandi.harrogate@northyorks.gov... Tel: 44 0845 0349421 Full details for The education office - Harrogate (welfare team) The education office - Harrogate (transport team) aandi.harrogate@northyorks.gov... Tel: 44 0845 0349422 Full details for The education office - Harrogate (transport team) The education office - Harrogate (admissions team) aandi.harrogate@northyorks.gov... Tel: 44 0845 0349420 Full details for The education office - Harrogate (admissions team)