APPLICATIONS for school places across Worcestershire in September 2026 will open soon.
Applications open on September 1. Parents and carers can apply if their child is due to start school for the first time or will be moving to a middle or high school in September 2026.
The deadline for high school applications is October 31, 2025, while the deadline to apply for places at for primary, first, infant, junior and middle schools is January 15, 2026.
Guidance on starting school and moving on to the next stage of education will be available on the Worcestershire County Council website.
Schools will also distribute guidance to families.
Councillor Dr Stephen Foster, Cabinet Member with Responsibility for Education and SEND at Worcestershire County Council, said: ”Beginning school or moving up to the next stage of education is a really important step for every child and their family and we want this process to be as straightforward as possible.
“To give children the best chance of securing a place at one of their preferred schools for 2026, I would strongly encourage parents and carers to ensure applications are submitted before the deadline.”
Parents and carers can apply for their child’s school place via the secure online portal, which will go live on September 1, 2025 and will remain open until midnight on the relevant deadline day.
For families without internet access, Worcestershire Libraries provide free computer use and Wi-Fi at all library sites.
Additional support is also available from schools or by contacting the School Admissions Team on 01905 822700.
