If your child's 4th birthday falls between 1st September 2020 and 31st August 2021,  you must apply for a Primary School Reception place for September 2021. 

APPLY FOR A SCHOOL PLACE ON-LINE AT: www.blackpool.gov.uk/schooladmissions

Before you complete and submit your application you are advised to read  Blackpool Council’s guide for parents at: www.blackpool.gov.uk/schooladmissions The on-line system offers a quick and secure means of applying for places. Paper applications and information booklets are available from  schoolaccess@blackpool.gov.uk  or telephone 01253 476637. 

CLOSING DATES FOR APPLICATIONS FOR SEPTEMBER 2021: PRIMARY APPLICATIONS – BY 15TH JANUARY 2021 SECONDARY APPLICATIONS – BY 31ST OCTOBER 2020 Applications received after the closing dates will be processed after all those which are received on time. If you apply late this may reduce your chances of an offer for one of your preferred schools. PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE IT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE! 

If you pay your council tax to Wyre or Fylde then you will need to access Lancashire’s on-line application system at www.lancashire.gov.uk  You can still express preferences for Blackpool schools on Lancashire’s application system.