Primary school applications
If you have a child born between 1 September 2021 and 31 August 2022, you must apply for your child to start primary school in September 2026 by Thursday 15 January 2026.
The deadline for on-time applications was Thursday 15 January.
Before you apply
- Read the school admissions 2026 brochure. It contains information about making an application, choosing your schools, frequently asked questions and all of the schools' individual criteria and contact details.
- Read our starting primary school 2026 leaflet.
- If you would like to calculate the distance from your home to a school, you can use this Free Map Tools to calculate the distance from one postcode to another. Please note: This should only be used as a guide.
How to apply
To give your child the best possible chance of being offered their preferred school place, ensure your application is received on time.
The closing date for on-time applications was Thursday 15 January.
You can still submit a late application online until mid-August 2026.
Apply for a primary school place
Please note:
- Information on how to create and complete your application can be found on the Home | eAdmissions website.
- Information on how to apply online for a school place with eAdmissions.
- If you have difficulties making an application online, get additional support on how to create and complete an online application.
- If you choose to apply online, you must not complete a paper application as well.