Admissions
The following information is taken from The Cheshire East Website www.cheshireeast.gov.uk.
September 2024 applications
Before making an application it is very important that you read our booklet Applying for School Places 2023-24, which explains the process and how places are allocated.
Offer dates are:
- Year 7 Transfer to Secondary school - 1 March 2024
- Starting Reception in Primary school - 16 April 2024
Please note for 2024 applications: If you are not resident in Cheshire East, but live in another English Local Authority, you must apply via your home local authority even if your preference is for a Cheshire East school. If you are resident in Northern Ireland, Scotland or Wales, you may apply direct to Cheshire East using this application form. Information for overseas residents is available on our Advice and Guidance page.
In Year admissions
Applications for school places ‘in year’ are for admission after the first day of the school year into any year group. You will need to complete our In Year Application form, which will be forwarded to your schools of choice. Alternatively hard copies of the application form can be found in the "In Year Admissions" booklet or contact 0300 123 5012.
If you wish to apply for a school in another local authority, you will need to contact the relevant authority to find out how to make an application.
Legal right of appeal
Parents who have been unsuccessful with a school preference have a legal right of appeal. Appeals applications should be submitted to the relevant admission authority.