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School admissions
We are delighted that you are considering sending your child to a Portsmouth school. The sections below will help you to apply for a place at an infant, junior, primary or secondary school.Starting school
If your child was born on or between 1 September 2005 and 31 August 2006, take a look at our starting school page.
Transfer to junior school
If your child is currently in Year 2 at an infant school, take a look at our how to transfer to junior school page.
Transfer to secondary school
If your child is currently in Year 6, take a look at our how to transfer to secondary school page.
Mid-term transfers
If your child needs to transfer school outside the normal admissions round, take a look at our mid-term transfers page.
Appeals
If we are unable to offer you a place at your preferred school, you have the right to appeal - find out how.
Information for parents
We have published a comprehensive booklet which covers all aspects of applying for a school place - download your copy.
Contact us
Admissions service
Civic Offices
Guildhall Square
Portsmouth, PO1 2EA
- You can call on 023 9284 1228 / 1747 / 1232 / 1972
- Send an email to admissions@portsmouthcc.gov.uk
- Fax us at 023 9283 4121
Associated documents:
Admission to primary and secondary schools - information for parents 2010/11 (2.09 MB)More information about school admissions
Starting schoolHow to transfer to junior school
How to transfer to secondary school
Mid-term transfers
How to appeal for a school place
