Starting primary school September 2026
If your child was born between 1 September 2021 and 31 August 2022, you need to apply for a primary school place for entry in September 2026.
Key Dates
- Apply by: 15 January 2026
- Offer Day: 16 April 2026
Late applications are processed after Offer Day and may reduce your chances of getting a preferred school.
How to Apply
- Apply online via the Capita Citizen Portal.
- You’ll need to register an account if you don’t already have one.
- You can choose up to three schools. List them in order of preference. Important: Listing only one school on your application won’t improve your chances of getting a place there. If that school is oversubscribed and you haven’t named other preferences, you could miss out on a place altogether. To give yourself the best chance, make sure to include all the schools you’re interested in when you apply.
- Submit your application before the deadline. You can edit it until 15 January, but must re-submit for changes to count.
Changing Your Application
You will be able to log back in and view or edit your application until 15 January 2026.
However, you must re-submit your application for any changes to be considered.
Changes made after this date will be treated as late applications and cannot be made online.
What Happens Next
- If you applied online, you’ll receive an email on Offer Day.
- If you applied by post, you’ll receive a letter.
- If you applied late, expect your outcome in late May.
Important Notes
- Only apply through Rotherham Council if you live in Rotherham.
- If you live elsewhere, apply via your home local authority.
- Applications from non-Rotherham residents made directly to us will be disregarded.
Fraudulent Applications
We check addresses against official records. If false or misleading information is provided, any offer made may be withdrawn.
Additional information
Download primary school application guide
Supplementary information for church schools
Need Help?
Contact the Admissions Team if you have questions.
