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Starting School

Children can start school in reception at the beginning of the academic year following their fourth birthday.

View our Starting School Leaflet.

When to apply

Children who were born between 1 September 2019 and 31 August 2020 can start primary school from September 2024.

  • An academic year starts in September with what's known as the autumn term.

Guidance on starting school in Shropshire can be found here Starting infant or primary school | Shropshire Council

To book a viewing of our school or for any further information, please contact us on 01952 882950 or email admin@johnwilkinson.shropshire.sch.uk

We are welcoming visits from families now for September 2023 places.

Mid-Term Transfer

If you are wishing to transfer your child from another School, you will need to complete a mid-term transfer form and return it to the School Office to be processed. If you are successful in gaining a place, you will be contacted by the Administrator to complete admission forms and discuss further details before the transfer. If you are unsuccessful in gaining a place (for example; if we are over-subscribed), you may follow our 'appeals process' and your application will be considered by the Governing Body.

For more information on all Shropshire Schools, please refer to the 'Parents' guide to education' available here (Parent's guide to education | Shropshire Council)

To book a viewing of our school or for any further information, please contact us on 01952 882950 or view our admissions policy.