Guiding you through the admissions process

Tips and advice on filling in the school admissions form, advice on listing schools in order of preference, and how to make changes.

Advice about permanent residence, what to do if you move house, applying to schools across county boundaries, and arriving from overseas.

Guidance for separated families, looked after children, social, medical or special educational needs, armed forces families, and more.

Usually, children start reception the September after their fourth birthday. However, applications can sometimes be deferred.