Apply Online for School Places
This facility is now closed as the closing date for applications has passed. If you have not yet completed your application for admission in September 2010 you can download a form which must be returned to the Council's School Admissions Service. If you require assistance please contact the Authority.
Decisions on School Places
All applications have now been considered and places are allocated for September 2010. If you applied online you can view your offer by logging in to your online account.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply online?
You will need to create an account before you fill out our online application form .This process is quick and easy and requires you to provide your name and address and an e-mail address.
Who can apply online?
Parents and carers of children who will be starting school for the first time in
- The Reception class in a primary school
- Year 7 in a secondary school
Why apply online?
- You can view your offer online on the published offer day (rather than waiting for your offer letter to be received in the post)
- It's quick and easy
- You can apply from home 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- There is no risk that your application will be lost in the post
- You can request to receive an email confirmation that your application has been received.
Is there anything I should do before completing my online application?
Yes, before applying we advise that you read our Information Booklet, which contains important information about the application process. The booklets provide you with details of schools in Cheshire East and explain how school places are allocated if a school receives more applications than there are places available.
Do I have to be a Cheshire East resident to apply online?
- Secondary school application
If you are applying for a Year 7 secondary school place for September you can only apply using this Authority's online form if you are resident in Cheshire East. This is because applications for secondary school places in England are made on your home authority's application form. If you are not resident in England and you wish to apply for a Cheshire East school place, you will not be able to use the online facility. However, you can download an application form, which you can complete and return to this Authority by e-mail.
- Primary school applications
If you are applying online for a Reception Class place in a Cheshire East primary school for admission in September 2010, you must use this Authority's online application form regardless of where you are resident. For applications for admission in September 2011 and beyond, you will need to complete you home local authority's application form.
Will my application be secure?
Yes, the system has a series of security features that will prevent others from seeing your information.
Who makes the application?
The person with parental responsibility must submit the application.
How will I know my form has been received?
You will receive an email acknowledgement to confirm the status of your application.
Will I be told the result of my application electronically?
You will be able to view your offer on your online account on the published offer day. You can also request to receive your offer by email when you complete your online form. You will need to give permission for us to use your email address. This email address will be used for admission purposes only in line with data protection. If you do not grant permission, you will not receive your offer by email but will still be able to view your offer online. There is no facility to provide 'individual' emails at a later stage. All applicants will also receive an offer letter, sent by second class post on the published offer date.