Primary school places and admissions
Primary school admissions for September 2026
The deadline for on time applications has now closed.
Any applications received after 15 January 2026 are now considered as Late.
Late applications received after this date will be considered only after all on-time applications.
For current school year placements, complete the application via our moving or changing to a school in Swindon process.
Key dates for a primary, infant or junior school application
| Date | Activity |
|---|---|
| 1 September 2025 |
Main application period opens. |
| 15 January 2026 | Main application period closes. You can make an application after this date, but it will be a late application. Late applications are not considered until all on-time applications have been considered and allocated. |
| 12 March 2026 | Deadline to submit a change of address for consideration. |
| 16 April 2026 | Offer day. You will receive your offer of a primary school place. |
| 30 April 2026 | Deadline day for accepting an offer. |