Admissions

The Willows Primary School follows the admission process set out by Stoke on Trent City Council.

The current admissions policy for 20262027 can be found via

School Admission Policy 2026/2027

The next period of admissions is for the school year 2027/28. Please follow the link below to view it:

School Admission Policy 2027/2028

Nursery and Reception Admissions

The Willows Primary School caters for children aged between 3-11 Years old. Nursery provision is currently funded for 15hrs with the option to increase to 30hrs either through funded hours or a top-up payment.

If your child was born between 1st September 2023 and August 31st 2024 you will be eligible for a Nursery placement in the 2027/2028 school year. Applications are set to open on 1st December 2026.

If your child was born between 1st September 2022 and August 31st 2023 you will be eligible for a Reception placement in the 2027/2028 school year. Applications are set to open on 3rd November 2026

To apply for a place and for further advice please visit the council admissions website at www.stoke.gov.uk/admissions or contact the school office for further advice.

In-Year Transfers

Applications for In-Year transfers should be completed online at www.stoke.gov.uk/admissions. Places will be allocated in accordance with the Local Authority Admissions Arrangements. If you require support in completing your application please contact the school office.