Starting Infant, Junior & Primary School in Slough 2026/27
If your child was born between 1st September 2021 and 31st August 2022 and you live in Slough, you can now apply for a reception school place in an infant or primary school for September 2026.
When do I need to apply?
To receive an offer of a school place on national offer day, you must apply online or complete a common application form provided by Slough Borough Council. The form can be completed from 1st September 2025 until 15th January 2026.
Starting Infant, Junior & Primary School
Check www.slough.gov.uk for more information
For advice and top tips on helping your child be school ready, please visit the links below:
www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/groups/cx1lpm3ve37t
www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/curations/starting-school-curation
www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/znc9vk7
www.bbc.co.uk/teach/articles/zvbthbk
www.test.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/watch/waffles-top-tips-for-starting-school
www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/grownups/starting-school-experiences
www.twinkl.co.uk/book/starting-school
www.twinkl.com.au/resource/starting-school-school-readiness-activity-pack-t-par-1655882383
Please see below Supported Transitions -Parent Pack:
Parent Pack Supported Transitions 2025
