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School starting age
Most children start reception full-time in September after their fourth birthday.
For example, if your child turns 4 in June, they’ll usually start school in September that same year.
If you want your child to start later
If you do not think your child is ready to start school in September, they can start later. For example, if your child only turns 4 in August, you might decide to wait before sending them to school. But they must be in full-time education by the time they reach ‘compulsory school age’.
You’ll still need to apply for a school place at the same time as everyone else. You can ask for a later start when you apply.
If your child starts in the September after they turn 5
Your child will go into Year 1. Contact the local Council or School if you want your child to start in reception instead. They do not have to agree.
Compulsory school age
Your child must start full-time education once they reach compulsory school age. This is on 31 December, 31 March or 31 August following their fifth birthday - whichever comes first. If your child’s fifth birthday is on one of those dates then they reach compulsory school age on that date.
For example, if your child reaches compulsory school age on 31 March, they must start full-time education at the beginning of the next term (summer term that year).
For more information and how to apply for a place, please click on the following link:
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