Applying to start primary school

Information about applying for a primary school place, including how to apply, deciding which schools to apply for, admissions criteria and more.

• Apply for primary school places online from 1 September
• Sign up for information, application tips and more by email

Children born between 1 September 2​​014 and 31 August 2015 will start primary school in September 2019. Applications open on Saturday 1 September 2018 and close at 11.59pm on Tuesday 15 January 2019.

Before you apply

1. Check these important dates.
2. Get help deciding which schools to apply for.
3. See what evidence you need to submit with your application.
4. Find out how to apply for a primary school place.