Applying for a primary school

If your child was born between 1st September 2021 and 31st August 2022, its time to apply for a school place for your child to start inreception from September 2026.

The closing date to apply for a place is 15th January 2026

How to apply:

The easieste way to apply is online at barnsley.gov.uk/SchoolAdmissions

Select the primary school places, then click on the apply link

Admissin to school guide

Please read the admissions to school guide which include important information about applying for your referred schools. 

If you have not received admissions informatin, please email admissions@barnsley.gov.uk

Published on 26 September 2025