Dear parents and carers,

Starting primary school is a significant milestone for your child’s learning and development. Children usually start the reception year at primary school at the start of September following their fourth birthday.

Children born between 1 September 2021 and 31 August 2022 will start primary school from September 2026.

Parents need to apply for a reception place by 15 January 2026.

If a child has an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) the application closing date is 31 October 2025.

You must apply even if your child is attending a nursery or preschool on a school site or you have a child already attending the school.
You are advised to list four schools on your application form, including your catchment area/nearest school.
Attending a nursery does not guarantee a school place.
School places are allocated in line with oversubscription criteria.

If you are applying to St Luke's you will also need to complete our ‘supplementary information form’.  Available below.

This form should be returned to school directly as well as listing St Luke's on your online application form.

st-lukes-initial-pupil-registration-form

Please view the attached poster for further details

Starting school apply online now A4 poster 2026-27 DIGI.pdf