Starting primary school (Reception) September 2027
If your child’s date of birth falls between 1 September 2022 and 31 August 2023, visit our starting primary school page for information about applying.
Changing primary school
If your child's date of birth falls on or between the date ranges in the table below, and you wish to change the school they are currently attending, visit our in-year school application page.
| Year group for 2026 to 2027 | Date of birth range |
|---|---|
| Reception | 1 September 2021 to 31 August 2022 |
| Year 1 | 1 September 2020 to 31 August 2021 |
| Year 2 | 1 September 2019 to 31 August 2020 |
| Year 3 | 1 September 2018 to 31 August 2019 |
| Year 4 | 1 September 2017 to 31 August 2018 |
| Year 5 | 1 September 2016 to 31 August 2017 |
| Year 6 | 1 September 2015 to 31 August 2016 |
Starting secondary school (Year 7) September 2027
If your child’s date of birth falls between 1 September 2015 and 31 August 2016, visit our starting secondary school page for information about applying.
Changing secondary school
If your child's date of birth falls on or between the date ranges in the table below, and you wish to change the school they are currently attending, visit our in-year school application.
| Year group for 2026 to 2027 | Date of birth range |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 1 September 2014 to 31 August 2015 |
| Year 8 | 1 September 2013 to 31 August 2014 |
| Year 9 | 1 September 2012 to 31 August 2013 |
| Year 10 | 1 September 2011 to 31 August 2012 |
| Year 11 | 1 September 2010 to 31 August 2011 |