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Before applying make sure to select up to 5 school preferences. We recommend you apply for at least 3 (including 1 in your catchment area, where applicable) 

Find a school

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Apply for a primary or junior school
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Apply for a secondary school
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Changing school during term time
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School place for a child with special educational needs

 

Also see: Our school policies

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Parent portal: to apply
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School transport
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Appealing a school place decision
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Check school waiting lists online

Further reading

Other information you may find useful when applying for a school place, including, Your guide to education, delaying or deferring your child's school place, and school admissions data.

Further school application information