Applications for next year’s county school places open on 1 September

The applications will be open for any child due to start school for the first time, or transitioning to a Middle or High School in September 2023.

For children applying for a place at High school, the deadline to apply is the 31 October 2022.

For Primary, First, Infant, Junior and Middle schools, parents will have until 15 January 2023.

Letters and guides on starting school or transitioning to a new school will be distributed by schools.

Councillor Tracey Onslow, cabinet member with responsibility for Education at Worcestershire County Council said, “Starting school or transitioning to a new school is a real milestone moment in the lives of our young people and we aim for all parts of that transition to be as smooth as possible. Every child that has applied for a place, on time, will receive an offer of a school place, we would encourage parents to ensure that the deadlines for admissions are met, to maximise the potential of receiving an offer at one of your preferred schools for 2023.”

Parents and carers can apply for their child’s school place via a secure online portal any time before 12 midnight on the relevant deadline day. 

If you do not have access to the internet, Worcestershire Libraries offer free computer use and Wi-Fi access at all their libraries.

If you require additional assistance please do not hesitate to talk to your school or to call School Admissions on 01905 822700.

The online system will also include guides on starting school or transitioning to a new school.

The school admissions system will go live on 1 September 2022.

The system can be accessed via the dedicated School Admissions pages of the County Council website.