Admissions

These are the admission policies and arrangements for 2027 to 2028 admissions to schools within the City of York. If you would like a copy of the Guide to Admission Policies or Guide to School Catchment Areas these will be available from August 2026 and can be requested, once published, by email: education@york.gov.uk. All admission policies are available on this page, and you can check school catchment areas online.

New Starters 2027 – School Open Days

We have a number of planned school open days throughout this term.  These are an opportunity for you and your child to come and meet the teachers and have a look around our wonderful school.  

   Dates for your calendar – our open days for new starters September 2027:

14 October 2026 – 6:15pm

22 Octtober 2026 – 6:30pm

6 November 2026 – 1:30pm

10 November 2026 – 9:30am 

You are more than welcome to come along to as many of these open days as you wish, please use the link below to book your preferred day(s) – Open Days Registration Form

If you find that Dringhouses Primary School is suitable for your child/children you can make an application through City of York Website on the link below for more information.

Admissions to Reception

Admissions to Reception are dealt with by City of York Council.

The deadline for applications is 15 January 2027. Applicants will be advised of their allocated school by City of  York Council on 16th April 2027, ‘National Offer Day’.

Please click here for information about applying online for reception school places in September 2027.

If parents/carers have any queries please can contact the Admissions Team on 01904 551554 option 2 or email education@york.gov.uk

Admissions to school throughout the year

If you are moving into the area or you feel your child needs to move schools for some other reason, you should contact the Local Authority’s admission team using the details below:

School Services
PO Box 404
York
YO1 6ZG

01904 551554

education@york.gov.uk

Further information can be found on the York City Council website.

https://www.york.gov.uk/school-admissions