Reception Admissions 2025-26
Reception Admissions 2026
Admissions to reception class in Halton schools:
How to apply for a Halton Primary School reception class place for September 2026 Halton Local Authority (LA) has an agreed co-ordinated scheme for admission to all mainstream primary schools in September 2026.
The booklet below can only give a brief outline of policy and procedures. If you need further information, please do not hesitate to contact individual schools or School Admissions on 0151 511 8601/ 511 7271. This booklet is available online at www.halton.gov.uk/schooladmissions and if you follow the links you will also find our online application system which allows you to complete and return your preferences electronically and view your result first thing on National Offer Day.
All you need is an email address to get set up and you’ll also receive a confirmation email to that address regarding your place offer. If you need a paper copy of the application form, please email schooladmissions@halton.gov.uk or call the School Admissions Team or visit Halton Direct Link.
As parents/carers it is important you are aware that the success of a preference you express for a school will depend on the particular oversubscription criteria that are explained in this booklet, and the numbers of parents/carers expressing a preference. You should note that you cannot simply choose a school.
Starting school for the first time, or transferring from one school to another, is an important step for parents and children. I hope this booklet, and seeking further advice, if necessary, will help you and your child/children to look on the experience with confidence. Staff in all of our schools look forward to working with you in support of your child/children and their learning, as we know that those children who succeed best at school receive understanding and support from their home.
It is extremely important that you complete and submit your application before the closing date of 15th January 2026, as a late application will normally only be considered after the main allocation of places has taken place and this may result in you not obtaining a place at any of your three preference schools.
The closing date for receipt of preference forms via online applications and those submitted by a paper copy is 15th January 2026
Complete a preference form online at: www.halton.gov.uk/schooladmissions
Applications for all schools are considered in strict accordance with the relevant admissions criteria and it is important that you read and consider the admissions criteria contained within this booklet before submitting your application.
If you complete a paper form and are able to return it by email, please email it to schooladmissions@halton.gov.uk, take it to any of the Halton Direct Link Offices (you’ll be provided with a receipt) or post it directly to:
School Admissions Team PO Box 317 Runcorn Cheshire WA7 9BZ
*As receipts cannot be issued for paper copies of the preference form received via postal services, it is strongly recommended that you send the form by a recorded delivery service.
To ensure your application is received and processed, forms must not be returned anywhere other than to the above sources. DO NOT return your form to a school.
