How to request an In-Year transfer to a Wolverhampton school

Step 1: How to apply. 

To apply for a school place during the school year (an In-Year transfer), you must complete an In-Year Transfer Form.

You can find this form in the downloads section of this page.

Please note some schools manage their own In-Year admissions.

If you are applying for one of the following schools, which form part of Matrix Academy Trust you must apply directly to the school, using the form on their website:

If you wish to apply for your child to transfer to a School outside the Wolverhampton Local Authority, you will need to contact that authority directly.

If your child has an Education, Health and Care Plan contact SENSTART on 01902 555961 please do not complete this form. 

Step 2: Complete your In-Year form in full. 

When completing the form please ensure all details including contact details are correct and accurate.

You should:

  • List your preferred schools on the form (Section 6)
  • Check each school’s admission policy and criteria before applying
  • Ensure the form is signed and dated (Section 7) 
  • Ensure the form is completed and signed by the child’s previous school (Section 8) 

Some schools may ask for additional information to support your application,

If required, you will need to complete a Supplementary Information Form please see information below

Schools that require a supplementary information form

Secondary

Completed Supplementary Information Forms to be returned direct to the school. The In-Year transfer form should still be sent to CWC.

Primary

Free Schools - Completed Supplementary Information Forms to be returned direct to the school. The In-Year transfer form should still be sent to CWC.

Nishkam Primary School - How to Apply

Voluntary Controlled / Academy Schools - Completed forms to be returned direct to CWC.

  • 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 and St Benedict Biscop Church of England Primary
  • St Jude’s Church of England Primary Academy
  • St Stephen’s Church of England Primary School
  • Trinity Church of England Primary School
  • All Saints’ Church of England Primary School

Voluntary Aided / Academy Schools Catholic Primary Schools

Completed Supplementary Information Forms to be returned direct to the school. The In-Year transfer form should still be sent to CWC.

  • 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 Supplementary Information Forms to be returned direct to the school. The In-Year transfer form should still be sent to CWC.

  • St Luke’s Church of England Primary School
  • St Michaels Church of England Primary School
  • St Paul’s Church of England Primary School

Manor Multi Academy Trust

Completed forms to be returned direct to CWC

  • 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

Completed forms to be returned direct to CWC

  • Berrybrook Primary School
  • Dunstall Hill Primary School
  • Perry Hall Primary School
  • Woodthorne Primary School

St Martin’s Multi Academy Trust

Completed forms to be returned direct to CWC

  • St Martin’s CE Primary School
  • Field View Primary School
  • Grove Primary School

Download Primary Supplementary Information Form

Important - School section (Section 8)

If the child is currently attending a school this section must be completed.

If the child has recently attended a school, it would be helpful if this section is completed, where possible; however, if you are unable to obtain this information the application will still be considered. 

Please note: As part of the in-year coordination of admissions scheme, the LA makes additional enquiries where concerns are indicated on an application, to determine whether or not the case meets the threshold to be discussed at Fair Access Panel Wolverhampton Fair Access Protocol | City Of Wolverhampton Council

Step 3: Provide supporting information - Proof of address

If you have changed your address and are requesting a transfer to another Wolverhampton school then we require proof of your new address.

Acceptable proof of address
 New Arrival to UK  New Arrival to City (Providing your child has already attended a school in the UK)Wolverhampton  school to Wolverhampton school (Following a house move)Wolverhampton  school to Wolverhampton school (no house move)
Must attend Civic Centre with all children for whom a school place is requiredNoNoNoNo
Copies of passport(s) to be provided of parents and childrenYesNoNoNo

Proof of Address required to include one of the following:

  • Current council tax bill
  • A copy of a recent utility bill (gas, electric, dated within the last six months)
  • A copy of your Benefit award letter (if you receive benefits)
  • A signed and dated tenancy agreement
YesYesYesNo

 

Step 4: Submit your application

Once completed, send your form to Contact School Admissions

If a place cannot be offered at a preferred school, then, in accordance with the City of Wolverhampton Council’s admission arrangements, a place will be allocated at the closest Wolverhampton school with places available.

Waiting lists

If a place is not available at your preferred school, your child will be added to a waiting list until the 31st August.

  • Waiting lists are held in line with each school’s admission arrangements.
  • A child’s position on a waiting list is not fixed. This means their position on the waiting list could go up or down during the time that they are on the list.

Important

Please note, a new In-Year Application form will need to be submitted from 01 September for your child to be considered for a place in the new academic year. 

For any help or support please contact us 

Contact School Admissions

Telephone: 01902 55 11 22 (Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 9am-5pm - Fri 9am-4.30pm)

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