Applying for a Sept 2025 - June 2026 in-year admission place?

What is the process for changing schools in-year?

Please refer to the local authority guidance if you would like to apply for an in-year admission school place at St James's Catholic Primary School.

If a place is offered for your child they will be expected to be available to start school within five school days of an offer being made otherwise the place may be withdrawn. We will not reserve places for children, and you will be required to re-start the application process. 

What documentation do I need to provide?

1. An application to the local authority for an in-year admission.

2. The  St James's 2025-2026 Supplementary Information Form.

2. In addition, if you wish to apply under a faith criterion; St James's requires additional documentation:

• A Copy of your child's baptism certificate
• Supporting documentation if your child is a Catholic looked after or adopted child.
• A letter of faith practice, if you are applying under another faith that does not have baptism certificates.

Additional Information:

Please review our Admission's page for further information.