Applying for a school place
Please visit our webpages for information on applying for:
- a place at the start of primary school (Reception year)
- transferring from infant to junior school (Year 2 to Year 3) or
- starting secondary school (Year 7).
Application closing dates for applying for a school place are below:
YEAR GROUP | DATE OF BIRTH RANGE | APPLICATION CLOSING DATE |
---|---|---|
Starting Primary School (Reception year) |
1 September 2021 - 31 August 2023 |
15 January 2025 |
Infant to Junior (Year 2 to Year 3) |
1 September 2019 - 31 August 2020 |
15 January 2025 |
Starting Secondary School (Year 7) |
1 September 2014 - 31 August 2015 |
31 October 2024 |
If a child has an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) the application closing date is 31 October 2025 for admission into primary, junior and secondary school.
You are strongly advised to apply to four local schools including your nearest or catchment area school. You can use our Catchment Area School Finder Tool to check which school are your nearest or catchment area schools.
If you have recently moved to Telford and Wrekin and need to apply for a school place or want to transfer your child to a school in the borough outside of the normal entry points at the start of primary or secondary school, please view the in-year admissions webpage for more information.
To apply for a school place, you will need to complete and submit an online application form using the link below:
Visit our School Admissions Portal to apply for a school place
Please include in your email: your child's name and date of birth, your name, and your contact number if you would like a call back.
Last updated : 4 September 2025