Admission Information
To apply for a primary school place for September 2026 at Bolton Council, parents must apply online via the Bolton Council Citizen Portal between September 1, 2025, and January 15, 2026.
You can apply for up to three schools, including academies, voluntary aided schools, and those outside the borough.
The admission authority for community and voluntary controlled schools is Bolton Council, but other types of schools have their own arrangements.
Key Dates
- Application Period:September 1, 2025, to January 15, 2026.
- National Offer Day:April 16, 2026 (or the nearest working day).
How to Apply
- Use the Citizen Portal: Register or log in to the portal on the Bolton Council website to complete the online application form.
- Consider all preferences: You can name up to three preferred schools, including those outside of Bolton.
- Late applications: If you miss the deadline, contact the local authority at [email protected] for a form. Late applications will only be considered after all on-time applications have been processed.
Files to Download
St Andrew's C.E. Primary School
Crescent Avenue,
Over Hulton,
Bolton
BL5 1EN
Tel: 01204 332606
[email protected]
