Reception (Early Years Foundation Stage 2) Applications:
You can apply to our school for a place in the Foundation Stage (the first year of school for children who will turn five years old during that year) by completing an application form online directly with Wiltshire Council.
When should I apply for my child to start primary school?
| If your child's birth date is between: | Apply from: | Application Deadline: | Start School: |
| 1 September 2020 and 31 August 2021 | 1 September 2024 | 15 January 2025 | September 2025 |
| 1 September 2021 and 31 August 2022 | 1 September 2025 | 15 January 2026 | September 2026 |
| 1 September 2022 and 31 August 2023 | 1 September 2026 | 15 January 2027 | September 2027 |
Apply online using the Wiltshire Council Parent Portal.
You can still apply after the deadline date but it will be considered a late application. Late applications can be submitted using the online system. Please note; there is no automatic entry from a nursery into a school, and there is no automatic offer of a sibling place.
In-Year Applications:
If you are looking for a place in a year group other than the Foundation Stage because you have recently moved into the area or your child is at another primary school and you feel that a change of school would benefit their education and/or general well-being you are entitled to apply for a place. This is called an “in -year” admission, even if you move at the start of a new academic year. We welcome in-year applications throughout the academic year.
We currently have spaces in some of our year groups, please contact the office to find out more.
We invite all prospective parents/carers to explore our vibrant school community during our opening times throughout the week. For more information or to schedule a visit, please email us at admin@horningsham.wilts.sch.uk or call 01985 844342.
What to Expect During Your Visit:
When you visit, you’ll have the opportunity to:
- tour our facilities: visit our learning spaces and recreational areas designed to inspire and engage our students
- meet our talented educators who are excited to share their insights about school life
- discuss any queries with our admin team or our Headteacher/Assistant Headteacher/SENDCO
We look forward to welcoming you to Horningsham Primary School very soon!
"There is a purposeful, happy and productive buzz in the school from the start to the end of the day."
Ofsted November 2021
Open Mornings:
In the Autumn we hold open mornings for prospective parents for the next Reception intake. These are 1 hour sessions led by the Headteacher who shares key information about the school and our induction process. Parents/carers also then have the opportunity to tour our site to get a feel for our school and see our pupils learning.
We also warmly welcome parents/carers for individual tours.