School admissions

Applications for a school place can be made online every September for all children either starting school (Year R), or transferring to Junior school (Year 3) or Secondary school (Year 7).

For all children starting school in the 2011-12 academic year, applications can be made online from 1 September 2010.

Paper applications are also accepted. Southampton residents with children of the correct age should collect an application form from any Southampton Infant or Primary school and return the completed form to the school in a sealed envelope.

If you have recently moved to Southampton, please contact the Admissions Team using the details at the bottom of this page.

The closing date for children starting school in 2011-12 in Reception Class (Year R) and Junior school (Year 3) is 15 January 2011.

The closing date for children starting Secondary school in 2011-12 is 31 October 2010.

If your child is new to the city, please contact Customer Services on 023 8083 3004 and ask for an application form. They will also be able to answer any questions you have.

If your child is experiencing problems at his or her current school, you should first contact your child's teacher, head of year or head teacher. They will be able to discuss the issues your child is experiencing and attempt to resolve the situation.

If you wish your child to transfer to another school you should complete an in-year application form, which is available from your child’s current school. They will stamp the form and send it to the Admissions Team for you.

Enter your postcode into the My Southampton Property Search and you will find a variety of information, including school catchment areas for your property.