St Jude's Church of England Primary School

Admissions Arrangements

Click to download an application form, or pick up one from the office. If you would like an editable copy email, please contact the office

Nursery Admissions

Here at St. Jude's, we offer both part time and full time places. 

Part time: Every child is entitled to 15 hours free childcare at nursery, this equates to 5 sessions.

Full time: The cost is £15 per extra session, £75 per week, paid in advance

Are you eligible for 30 hours free childcare? 

Reception Admissions

 Application timeline for reception 2026

September 1, 2025: The application window opens

September 1, 2025 – January 15, 2026: The on-time application period

January 15, 2026: The deadline for submitting your application to be considered for the first round of offers

January 16, 2026: Applications received after this date are considered late

April 16, 2026: National Offer Day, when you will receive your school offer

April 30, 2026: The deadline to accept the offer

Apply for Reception 

 

Supplementary Form 

 

Click to Appeal 

 

In-Year Admissions

St. Jude's School will be managing our own in-year applications until 31 August; Parents can apply for an in-year school place by completing the application form below.  Upon receipt of an In Year application, we aim to notify families of the outcome of their application in writing within 10 school days.  Where an application is refused, reason for refusal will be given and information about the right to appeal.

In-Year Admissions 

Admissions Policy