Admissions

Welcome to our Admissions page, we are so pleased you are looking to join us.

On this page there is lots of information and guidance about the application process. Moving or starting school is often exciting but can be a daunting process for both children and parents, we will work with you to make the process as smooth and happy as possible. Our office team is very knowledgeable about the admission process so if there is a question you cannot find the answer to here please do call us.

We welcome visits throughout the year. We like to arrange individual visits as well as our planned open mornings. Visits offer parents a one to one conversation with our Head Teacher as well as the opportunity to see our active, happy school during day. Please contact the school office on 0115 9271 54 to book.

Admissions Policy

Applying for a school place

Admissions to the school are processed by the Local Authority as part of the Nottinghamshire Coordinated Admissions Scheme – delete as appropriate). You will find guidance about application dates and access to online application forms for primary school places on the link above. Applications can also be made via post or over the phone.

The Published Admissions Number (PAN) for the school is 30 pupils

Admissions for 2024/25

In the Autumn term before your child is eligible to start school full time, you should apply for a school place through the online process with Nottinghamshire County Council:

nottinghamshire.gov.uk/education/school-admissions/apply-for-a-school-place

If you cannot use the online form, please telephone: 0300 500 8080 to make your application.

Applications open on the 6th November and close on the 15th January 2024. You will be notified of the result of your application on the 16th April 2024.

Places are allocated according to our Admissions Criteria which is published here on the school website. If you are unsuccessful in your application, there is an appeals process. Please contact the School Office for further details.

In-year admissions

If you would like to make an in-year admission to move or change schools, please contact the Local Authority at any point in the year on the link above.

Catchment Area

Link to check your school catchment area:

https://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/search-for-a-school#/catchments

Appeals

If your child has been refused a place and you would like to appeal against the decision, please see below further information on making an appeal.

In-year admissions only 2023/2024

If your appeal relates to an in-year admission you should submit your appeal within 28 days of being told that your application was unsuccessful.

2024/25 application round

If your appeal is for a child transferring to a junior school or starting an infant or primary school in September 2023 and you are told of the decision on 16th April 2023 (National Offer Day) you should submit your appeal by 17th May 2023.
If you are told of an infant, junior or primary decision after 17th April 2023 or it relates to an in-year admission you should submit your appeal within 28 days of being told that your application was unsuccessful.

How to appeal

Your appeal, once submitted will be forwarded to an Independent Clerk and a date will be agreed for the hearing to take place within the mandatory guidelines. Your appeal should be sent to info@flyinghightrust.co.uk using the form below and you will receive acknowledgement that the appeal has been received, update on the situation and contact details for the appeals clerk who will manage your appeal and keep you informed of progress, date and outcomes. Appeals will be held in line with the DfE’s School Admission Appeals Code (October 2022)

Appeals Timetable 2023/24:

National offer day – 16 April. Appeals to be made within 28 days and all appeals will be heard within 40 days during June and July.

Appeal Form – see separate document

School Appeal Code 2022