Applying to schools 2013

[kamath]

Hi, could somebody help me. How and when do I apply to schools for my son who will be 4 next August. Do I apply now? do I do it on line? can I apply in two different boroughs as I am close to schools in both? I was too late applying to nurseries for him this year so want to get the school application right!

Much Thanks to anyone who can help!

[Fuschia]

6 choices, any borough https://www.eadmissions.org.uk/eAdmissions/app

Jan close date x

[Renata Hamvas]

Hi Kamath, you can apply between now and January. Yes, apply on-line.

http://www.southwark.gov.uk/info/200172/school_admissions

this is if you live in Southwark, for Lambeth or Lewisham, you will need to use their form. You can apply to schools from any borough, do however, look at their admissions policy. Most community primaries allocate places by distance. As would suggest suing your 6 choices of schools and put them down in order of preference. The schools don't know your where you have ranked them on the form. ie you can put a preferred school that is a long shot above your closest school and it won't affect your chances to get into your closest school.

For nurseries, you need to apply directly to the schools you are interested in. There are also pre-schools that cater for 2.5-5 year olds. Nurseries have already allocated places, so your child may have to go on a waiting list, so you may wish to apply to several schools for nursery.

Renata

[kamath]

Thank you very much. I better start looking at some school!!!