Before you apply for a school place you must read the following guidance and admission policies for each school you are interested in. This is to make sure you understand the admissions process and make an informed choice.
Top tasks in this section
- Starting first or primary school >
Apply for a place in reception for September 2012. - Transferring to middle, secondary and high school >
Apply for a place at middle, secondary or high school for September 2012.
Pages in this section
- Latest updates - school admissions 2012 >
Information about applying to first and primary school, or transferring to middle, secondary and high will be updated here over the coming months. - Starting nursery school >
Children will generally be admitted to nursery school or nursery class the September after their third birthday. You will need to contact the school directly, click here for further information. - Post 16 admissions >
Entry requirements and courses available are available from individual schools. Read post-16 admissions for further details. - In year transfers >
In year applications are when you apply to transfer your child from one school to another, for example, if you move out of the area. - Voluntary Aided (VA) Faith schools >
For more information see Voluntary Aided (VA) Faith schools section. Admission policies for Voluntary Aided schools in Newcastle are available on individual school pages. - Appeals >
Unfortunately, it is not always possible to offer your child a place in your preferred school. If we are unable to offer any of your preferences, you will be offered an alternative school place. You will be offered the right of appeal if a place is refused. Please contact the School Choice Adviser for further advice. - Consultation on 2013 admission arrangements and current and previous years arrangements >
We are now consulting on the admission arrangements for 2013. Also see an archive of previous years admission arrangements and statistical information.
Do you need help understanding the admissions process?
If you would like further information and advice on the application process you should contact the Families Information Service. They can provide impartial support and guidance on the application process. This can include one to one assistance to complete the online application form.