Admissions 

We’re delighted that you’re thinking about choosing our school. Choosing a primary school is an important decision, and we hope the information below helps you feel confident and supported throughout the process. 

If you’d like to speak to us or visit the school, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with our Admissions Lead, Lydia Coles.

Starting School (Early Years)

Children normally start school in Early Years class in the September following their fourth birthday. 

Admissions for our school, including children with special educational needs and disabilities are managed by Tendring District Council. The closing date for applications is typically the second week in January.

For more information, please click here to visit the Tendring District Council website.

 

How Places Are Offered 

We have a Published Admission Number (PAN) of 30 children in Early Years each year. 

If we receive more applications than places available, they are considered using our over subscription criteria, which include: 

For example: 

  • Children with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) naming the school
  • Looked after and previously looked after children
  • Children who already have a brother or sister at the school
  • Children living in the local area
  • Distance from home to school 

You can read the full details in our Admissions Policy here.

In-Year Admissions 

If your child needs a school place during the academic year (for example, if you are moving into the area), this is known as an in-year admission. 

In-year admissions are managed by Sir Martin Frobisher Academy, you can apply via our admissions form here.

If you’re unsure with the form, please contact our Admissions Officer, who will be happy to guide you. 

Visiting Our School 

We warmly welcome visits from prospective parents and carers. Visiting is a lovely way to see our classrooms, meet our staff and get a feel for daily life at our school. 

To arrange a visit or find out about open events, please contact:

 

Appeals Process

All applicants refused a place have a right of appeal to an independent appeal panel constituted and operated in accordance with the School Admission Appeals Code.

Information about how to appeal against a refusal of a school place and the deadline for submitting an appeal will be sent with reply to your application.  You can also contact the Local Authority Appeals team on 03330 139899 for advice.  The appeals process is run in accordance with the statutory processes and timescales set out in the School Admissions Appeals Code.

You can also download the appeals form here.