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Below you will find answers to some of the questions
parents frequently ask when applying for primary school places for
their children. If your question is not answered or you have
further queries, please contact the Admission Team.
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How do I apply for a place at a primary/infant or junior
school?
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When will they become available?
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Do I have to place three schools on my form?
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When do I have to return the form?
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My child is currently being assessed for a Statement of Special
Education Needs, do I have to complete a RCAF/JCAF?
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When will I know the outcome of my primary/junior school
application?
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I will be on holiday/away from home on that day (31 March) can I
ring the office and be told my child's school over the
phone?
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I have applied for a primary school place online. When will I be
able to view my offer of a place?
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Why was my first choice/preference school not given?
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Why has my child been offered a place at a school I did not name on
my form?
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My child did not get their first preference; can I go on a waiting
list?
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If I am not happy with the school that has been offered to me, what
should I do?
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Do I have to accept the place offered?
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If I accept the place offered does it prejudice any appeal I
make?
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What should I put in my appeal?
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If I want to accept/turn down the place my child has been offered,
what action do I need to take?
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I have put my child's name on the waiting list at a school - when
will I know if I am offered a place?
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I've moved house and the school I have been offered is miles away.
What should I do?
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I have only just moved into Kent, do I need to complete a RCAF/JCAF
to obtain a place?
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I sent my application in late and I have not received an offer of a
school. What should I do?
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I have just found out that I should have completed a RCAF/JCAF for
a school for my child in September, but I have not done so. What
should I do?
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My child has been offered a place at a school but I would prefer
that he/she starts school after Christmas. Am I allowed to request
this?
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