Apply for a primary school place: step by step
This step-by-step process is for parents of children applying to start primary school.
This process is for parents of children born between 1 September 2022 and 31 August 2023, applying to start primary school in September 2027.
There is a different application process if:
- your child has already started primary school
- your child is transferring from infant to junior school
You can also read the guidance on applying for a priority school place if your child has medical needs.