Admissions
If your child is starting pre-school (Nursery) or primary school (Year 1) in September 2026 you can now apply online. Any questions don’t hesitate to contact the office on 02871 261601
The online links are below.
Our School, Your Child, Their Success!
Pre-school
| Date | Activity |
|---|---|
| Wednesday 10 December 2025 | Admissions criteria for Pre-Schools published on the EA website. |
| Wednesday 7 January 2026 – at 12 noon | EA Connect opens for online applications for Pre-School, submitting verification/supporting documents. |
| Wednesday 21 January 2026 – at 12 noon | EA Connect closes. Last date/time for punctual applications for Pre-School. |
| Monday 26 January 2026 – by 4pm |
Final date/time for late applications. Final date/time for Change of Preference in Exceptional Circumstances. Final date/time for documents in support of applications. |
| Monday 23 March 2026 |
Pre-School Stage 1 - Target Age Only - Parents/Carers will receive application outcome via email (where one is held) or by letter. Pre-School Stage 2 - Admissions applications opens. |
| Wednesday 1 April 2026 - by 4pm |
Deadline for Pre-School Stage 2 application/preference(s)/documents:
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| Tuesday 19 May 2026 | Pre-School Stage 2 - Parents/carers will receive application outcome via email (where one is held) or by letter. |
Primary
| Date | Activity |
|---|---|
| Wednesday 10 December 2025 | Admissions criteria for Primary schools published on the EA website. |
| Wednesday 7 January 2026 – at 12 noon | EA Connect opens for online applications for Primary 1. |
| Wednesday 21 January 2026 – at 12 noon | EA Connect closes. Last date/time for punctual applications for Primary 1. |
| Monday 26 January 2026 – by 4pm |
Final date/time for late applications. Final date/time for Change of Preference in Exceptional Circumstances. Final date/time for documents in support of applications. |
| Monday 23 March 2026 | Parents/carers will receive application outcomes via email (where one is held) or by letter. |
https://www.eani.org.uk/parents/pupil-applications-and-grants/admissions
https://www.eani.org.uk/…/admis…/applying-for-a-school-place

