The Government has recently introduced new legislation requiring all Local Authorities to provide parents of children currently in Year 9, with information about schools that accept applications for places in Year 10 that are 14 to 19 schools. Find out more about University Technical Colleges, Studio Schools and 14 to 19 Academies
School Admissions
Primary, First, Junior and Middle School applications for September 2021
For Worcestershire residents only:
The online system for applications for Primary, First, Junior and Middle Schools for 2021 is now closed.
If you still need to make a late application for a Primary, First, Junior or Middle School you can download the late PA1 form.
High School applications for September 2021
For Worcestershire residents only:
The online system for applications for High Schools for 2021 is now closed.
If you still need to make a late application for High School you can download the late SA1 form below:
Will you also be applying for Travel Assistance?
When applying for a school place please consider your travel options and the potential costs. Is your child eligible? Find out more information on travel assistance
Co-ordinated Schemes for all Worcestershire Schools
The Co-ordinated Schemes set out the application process, timescales and allocation process for all schools in Worcestershire for both the normal point of entry to a school (Reception Intake, Year 7 intake etc) as well as a scheme for in-year applications. The arrangements can be viewed below.
School Capacity and Surplus Places
Every year the Department for Education asks local authorities with responsibility for education to provide a variety of data to enable Government to predict funding requirements in future years. Find out more about School Capacity and Surplus Places
Number on School Roll
The Local Authority normally undertakes pupil counts each year in the Autumn and Spring Terms. The Spring Term Pupil Count takes place on the 3rd Thursday after the start of the term in January. Find out more about Number on School Roll
Ofsted are changing the way they inspect and report on schools
A new Education Inspection Framework starts September 2019. You can find out more information on the new inspection process at Gov.uk (opens in a new window).
University Technical Colleges, Studio Schools and 14 to 19 Academies