Starting primary school

Reception Class 2025

All applicants will receive the outcome of their application via email. If you have been offered a school, you must accept or decline your offer within 2 weeks.

Apply online

The eAdmissions website opens from 1 September for online applications and is the recommended way to apply.

If you require a paper form, please contact the Admissions Team, details below.

Apply on the eAdmissions website

Resources

Our handy guides provide information on the admissions process.

Primary school admission Hints and Tips 2025

This leaflet answers the most frequently asked questions and includes general guidance and signposting to more detailed information.

Primary school admission brochure 2025

Brochure includes:

  • the process of applying for schools and what happens after
  • summarised oversubscription criteria for all Kensington and Chelsea primary schools
  • how places were offered in the previous year
  • useful information that you may need to know before your child starts school.

Further information

If you need a paper application form or further guidance, contact the Admissions Team on:

Admissions and access to Education Service privacy notice

Read the Admissions and Access to Education Service privacy notice.

Last updated: 30 August 2024