Reception 2026 Admissions Information
UPDATED INFORMATION FROM BUCKS COUNTY:
All parents wanting a school place for their child in September 2026 must make an application by 15 January 2026.
Parents can apply online at www.buckinghamshire.gov.uk from 5th November 2025.
It is important that parents realise that even if their child already attends nursery at a school, or they already have other children at the school they still need to make an application. A late application can seriously jeopardise the chances of a child being offered a place at the preferred school.
If you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Kind regards
Admissions & Transport Team
Children’s Services
Buckinghamshire Council
Contact Us: Buckinghamshire Council School Admissions
Walton Street Offices, Walton Street, Aylesbury, HP20 1UA
Our school serves the parishes of Aston Clinton, Buckland and Drayton Beauchamp and in addition we have on roll a number of children from outside our reserved area whose parents have chosen this school. Our admission number for each year group is 58, and if requests exceed this number Buckinghamshire Council admissions criteria are applied and children awarded places accordingly.
Open Mornings
We’ve loved meeting so many families during our three Open Mornings this term. Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer any additional school tours before the end of term.
If your child is offered a place for September 2026, we’re excited to welcome you to our Stay and Play sessions and Parent Information Meeting in the Summer term. These events are a wonderful opportunity for children to explore their new environment and for parents to get to know our team and learn more about life at our school.
We can’t wait to help you and your child feel prepared and confident for the start of their school journey!
The application deadline for Buckinghamshire children starting Reception in September 2026 is midnight on January 15, 2026. Online applications open on November 5, 2025, and parents should submit their application and any required address evidence by the deadlines to avoid it being considered late.
Key Dates for Reception 2026 Admissions
- November 5, 2025: Online applications for primary school places open.
- January 15, 2026 (midnight): The final deadline for submitting your application.
- January 29, 2026: The deadline for providing address evidence if you are moving into or within Buckinghamshire.
- April 16, 2026: National Offer Day, when you will receive your child's school place offer.
What to Do
Complete the Application:
You must submit the Local Education Authority (LEA) starting primary school application form.
Provide Evidence:
Ensure your application includes all necessary address evidence by the deadline.
Submit on Time:
Applications submitted after the January 15, 2026, deadline will be considered late.
Wait for Offer:
On National Offer Day, you will receive an email from Buckinghamshire Council with your child's offer.
Admissions to the reception classes are co-ordinated by the Buckinghamshire Council Admissions Team. The admissions process is detailed on their website
https://www.buckinghamshire.gov.uk/schools-and-learning/schools-index/school-admissions/apply-for-a-primary-school-place/
We also have an Additionally Resourced Provision (ARP) for children who have an Educational Health Care Plan with an identified language impairment. This department takes up to ten children from across the Authority.
office@astonclinton.bucks.sch.uk