Applying to start school in Reception for 2021/2022

Applications to start school in September 2021 (for children born between 1st Sept 2016 and 31st Aug 2017) can be made online from 16th November 2020 until the closing date, 15 January 2021 at 12 noon.

https://www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/schools-and-education/school-admissions/

You can also apply by telephoning the Customer Service Centre on 01522 782030. Alternatively you can request a paper application using the same number.

Important information regarding school transport for children starting primary school or transferring to junior school in September 2021.

If your child is starting primary school or transferring to the first year of junior school in September 2021 they may be eligible for school transport.  If you think your child is eligible please apply for transport as soon as you have your offer of a school place.  Applications can be made online at the website below or a telephone application can be made by contacting the Customer Service Centre on 01522 782020.

For more information about the home to school transport policy and online applications please go to www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/school-college-transport. 

Queries can be emailed to schooltransportapplications@lincolnshire.gov.uk. 

Appeals

Following national offer day, parents will be able to log all block appeals via the appeal form on the LCC website and we will forward the appeals to schools to process. Where a school is using LCC presenting or paperwork services, this will also be forwarded to legal services for scheduling with an independent panel. 

Secondary schools - National Offer Day 1 March 2021, Deadline for an appeal to be received Noon 29 March 2021
Primary schools - National Offer Day 16 April 2021, Deadline for an appeal to be received Noon 17 May 2021

https://www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/school-admissions/appeal-school-place/2