Somerset parents reminded of school application deadlines

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 17 Oct, 06:08 · Archive

Somerset parents must apply for secondary school places by 31 October 2026 and primary transfers by 15 January 2027.

Somerset Council is reminding parents to submit school applications by the set deadlines to increase their chances of securing places at preferred schools. The deadline for secondary and upper school applications is 31 October 2026. The deadline for applications to start school or transfer to junior or middle school is 15 January 2027.

Cllr Heather Shearer, Somerset Council's lead member for children, families and education, said that choosing the right school is 'one of the most important decisions a family will make' and that it 'can help shape a child's educational journey and their future'. The council has advised families to note the deadlines and allow themselves time to read the information and submit their applications.

Applications can be made via somerset.gov.uk/children-families-and-education/applying-for-school.

How it is being reported

• Somerset parents reminded to apply on time for school placesSomerset parents urged to apply for school places before October and January deadlines to boost chances of preferred schools.Somerset County Gazette · 17 Oct, 05:00
• Somerset parents urged not to miss school application deadlinesSomerset parents urged to apply for school places before October and January deadlines to boost chances of preferred schools.Bridgwater Mercury · 17 Oct, 05:00

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