This applies to children born between 1 September 2021 and 31 August 2022. If you have missed the application deadline of 11:59pm on 15th January 2026 please visit the HOW TO APPLY section below.
Key dates:
- Application Deadline: 15 January 2026 (for primary places in September 2026)
- Allocation Day: 16 April 2026, you can find out which school your child has been offered
Who Can Apply?
- Children starting Reception in September 2026 (born between 1 September 2021 and 31 August 2022).
- Children moving from Year 2 (Infant) to Year 3 (Junior) schools.
How to apply:
- If you missed the deadline, you could still apply using the late application form (see downloads section).
- You can choose up to five schools. It’s best to use all five choices, as Wolverhampton schools are popular
- Apply through your home Local Authority, even if you want a school in a different council area.
Before you apply:
- Visit schools with your child—every primary school offers opportunities to visit.
- Read the Parent’s Guide to admissions and the Primary Education Booklet (available in the downloads section).
Other important points:
- Each school has its own admissions policy and criteria—check the school’s website for details.
- Applying after the deadline can reduce your chances of getting your preferred school.
If you’re applying to certain schools:
- Some schools need an extra Supplementary Information Form. Where you send this form depends on the school:
If you are applying to the following schools, you are required to complete an additional Supplementary Information Form.
Free Schools - completed forms to be returned direct to the school
- The Royal School, Wolverhampton
- Nishkam Primary School Wolverhampton
Voluntary Controlled / Academy Schools - completed forms to be returned direct to the Local Authority
- St Andrew’s Church of England Primary School
- Bilston Church of England Primary School
- Christ Church, Church of England Infant School
- St Bartholomew’s Church of England Primary School
- St Jude’s Church of England Primary Academy
- St Stephen’s Church of England Primary School
- Trinity Church of England Primary School
Voluntary Aided / Academy Schools Catholic Primary Schools – completed forms to be returned direct to the school
- Corpus Christi Catholic Primary Academy
- Holy Rosary Catholic Primary Academy
- Holy Trinity Catholic Primary School
- SS Mary and John Catholic Primary Academy
- SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary Academy and Nursery
- St Anthony’s Catholic Primary School
- St Mary’s Catholic Primary Academy
- St Michael’s Catholic Primary Academy and Nursery
- St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School
- St Teresa’s Catholic Primary Academy
Voluntary Aided / Academy Church of England Schools – completed forms to be returned direct to the school
- St Luke’s Church of England Primary School
- St Michaels Church of England Primary School
- St Paul’s Church of England Primary School
The following schools also require the completed form to be returned to the Local Authority
Manor Multi Academy Trust
- Manor Primary School
- Hill Avenue Academy, East Park Academy
- St Alban’s CE Primary Academy
- St Thomas’ CE Primary Academy)
Perry Hall Multi Academy Trust
- Berrybrook Primary School
- Dunstall Hill Primary School
- Perry Hall Primary School
- Woodthorne Primary School
St Martin’s Multi Academy Trust
- St Martin’s CE Primary School
- Field View Primary School
- Grove Primary School
Download Supplementary Information Form
Need Help?
- For advice, contact the City of Wolverhampton Council School Admissions and Appeals team on: 01902 551122 or Contact School Admissions.
Privacy Notice
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