Application forms
Secondary school
Applications for the 2024 school year are now closed.
If you wish to make a late application for a secondary (year 7) school place, use our online late application form.
All applications received after 31 October 2023 will be treated as late and will only be processed after all on-time applications.
You are less likely to get a place at one of your preferred schools if you apply late.
Primary or junior school
Applications for the 2024 school year are now closed.
If you wish to make a late application, use our online late application form.
All applications received after 15 January 2024 will be treated as late and will only be processed after all on-time applications.
You are less likely to get a place at one of your preferred schools if you apply late.
New primary school in Maldon
Limebrook Primary School and Nursery is a new school in Maldon. It is due to open in September 2024 and will be admitting pupils into Reception.
Applications are now closed. If you wish to make a late application, complete the application form (PDF, 718.41 KB) and send it to the address noted on the form. The school's admissions policy (PDF, 201.88 KB) is also available to read.
New primary school in Basildon
Chapel Hill Primary School is a new school in Basildon. It is due to open in September 2024 and will be admitting pupils into Reception.
Applications are now closed. If you wish to make a late application, complete the application form (PDF, 256.64 KB) and send it to the address noted on the form. The school's admissions policy (PDF, 87.82 KB) is also available to read.
Mid-year applications
Read our guidance and apply to change your child's school during the school year.
University Technology Colleges (UTCs)
BMAT STEM Academy is a University Technical College (UTC) located in Harlow College campus.
Applications for the 2024 school year are now closed.
If you wish to make a late application for a UTC place, complete the BMAT STEM Academy application form (PDF, 56.48 KB) and send it to the address noted in the form.