Application dates
Applications close on Friday 15 January 2027.
National offer day for on-time applicants is Friday 16 April 2027.
You can still apply after Friday 15 January 2027, but your school place will be allocated after national offer day Friday 16 April 2027.
After you submit your application
Once you submit your application, you cannot make changes online.
If there are exceptional circumstances and you need to change application, email admissions@portsmouthcc.gov.uk with your child’s name, date of birth and details of your changes.
Contact us if you cannot find your preference schools outside Portsmouth using the advanced search function.
Contact us
If you have any questions or need help with your school application, contact the admissions team at admissions@portsmouthcc.gov.uk or on 023 9268 8008 (via the City Helpdesk).
You can also visit us at the Civic Offices. It’s helpful to make an appointment to reduce waiting time and make sure you’ll be seen.