School admissions
School admissions are open for children due to start primary or secondary school in September 2025.
Late applications - secondary school admissions 2025
The deadline to apply for a Year 7 place for September 2025 has now passed. Applications received after the deadline will be classed as late.
Advice on late applications
Changing schools
To move your child to a different school please see the in-year admissions information.
Starting primary school (reception)
Information for parents about applying for reception places for September 2025.
Starting secondary school (Year 7)
Information for parents about applying for Year 7 places for September 2025.
In year admissions
Apply for an in-year admission to move your child to a different school.
How we allocate school places
Information about the equal preference scheme.
School appeals
The school appeals process, forms and guidance.
Apply for a nursery school place
There are many different types of childcare available, you can combine them to find the solution which best meets your needs.
Sixth form at Lancashire maintained schools
A number of Lancashire maintained schools and academies offer sixth form provision.
University technical colleges and studio schools
Students can now choose to attend a university technical college (UTC) or studio school at age 14.
School admission policies
View current policies and find out if any changes are proposed for schools and sixth forms in your area.
Government guidance for Ukrainians arriving in the UK
(external link) Central Government advice and information for Ukrainian guests including guidance on applying for a school place in England.
Admissions advice for UK service families
Find out about our school admission arrangements for service children.