Applying for reception
I know I’m very early asking this but our little August babies will be going to school next September 😢. Do we apply this September or do we apply January 2026?
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I think applications open Oct 2025 and close Jan 2026 x
I can’t believe it breaks my heart🥺🥺 thank you for this post though as I wasn’t sure when I needed to start applying!
I think some schools usually start viewings around September time and then as a few others have said the actual applications are from October to Jan
https://www.gov.uk/apply-for-primary-school-place
Here is some more guidance :)
I believe applications close in Jan 26 but can start a bit sooner!