School admissions for September 2025 entry
Reception open days
If your child was born between 1 September 2020 and 31 August 2021, we recommend attending a school open day. This will help you decide which schools to apply for reception. It’s a great way to experience the school’s environment and culture.
Note: You may need to contact the school directly to arrange an appointment. The closing date for Reception school place applications is 15 January 2025.
Secondary school entry
The application process for Slough residents in Year 6 transferring to secondary school (Year 7) school 2025 are now closed. If you missed the on time application and have a child who was born between 1 September 2013 and 31 August 2014 then please submit a School admissions late application form.
If you require an immediate secondary or primary school place for this academic year (2024-25), please complete an in year application form.
Reception entry
If you have a child who was born between 1 September 2020 and 31 August 2021, you must apply for a Reception school place for September 2025. The application process for Slough residents is now open. The deadline is 15 January 2025.
Before you apply for your child’s school place for September 2025, please make sure the following applies to you:
- You live in Slough
- Your child is eligible to start primary school in September 2025
- You know which school you would like your child to attend
- You know how your child will get to school
- You have read our helpful guide - available soon
Everyone must apply for a school place. There is no automatic entry to any school.
On time applications for a reception places at primary school 2024 are now closed. If you require an immediate secondary or primary school place for this academic year (2024-25), please complete an in-year application form.