Reception Class Admissions
Our Reception classes are part of our Early Years Unit, and share fantastic indoor and outdoor spaces with Nursery. Children can attend Reception in the September after their 4th birthday.
We have one intake each September of 90 full time places.
To apply for a Reception place in September 2026, parents in Oxfordshire need to apply through Oxfordshire County Council for a child born between 1 September 2021 and 31 August 2022. Applications are made online starting around November 2025, with the closing date typically on 15 January 2026. A crucial date to remember is 15 April 2026, when parents will be notified of their school place.
Key Dates for Reception 2026 Admissions
- November 2025: Online applications open for Reception places.
- 15 January 2026: Closing date for applications.
- 15 April 2026: National Allocation Day – parents are notified of their school place.
- September 2026: Children begin Reception.
What should I do if my child isn't allocated a Reception Place at St Edburg's? - April 2025
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