Admissions

Reception places - September 2026

If your child is due to start Reception in September 2026, we are excited to welcome you to our school! Below is an overview of the application process to secure a place for your child.

Key dates:

• Applications open: 1 October 2025 (for Dudley residents)
• Application Deadline: 15 January 2026
• Offer Day: 16 April 2026 (TBC) – you will be notified of your child’s allocated school place.

How to apply:

1. Online application: Applications for Reception places must be submitted through your local council’s online school admissions system. Visit the council’s website and complete the form within the given deadlines. Information for Dudley local authority admissions >>
2. Information required: Ensure you have the following details ready:
   • Your child’s full name, date of birth, and home address
   • Parent or guardian’s contact information
   • Your top school preferences – you may list several schools, make sure you put your preferred school at the top of the list.

In-year admissions

In year school admissions are co-ordinated by Dudley Local Authority. If you would like to apply for a school place at Newfield Park Primary Academy please contact Dudley School Admissions for an application form on 0300 555 2345 Find out more about in-year admissions and changing schools.

Nursery Admissions

View our nursery admissions page.

Admissions policies

Visit our School Policies page to view our Admissions Policy.

At Newfield Park Primary Academy, our admissions arrangements comply at all times with The School Admission Appeals Code.

Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust is launching a consultation on proposed changes to our Admissions Policy for the academic year 2027–2028 – find out more on the Trust policies page.