We have classes open for children in all year groups from Nursery to Year 6.
For Nursery admissions, please refer to our Nursery Expressions of Interest page.
Information Sessions for a September 2026 start
We will be hosting the below information sessions for families hoping to join us for a September 2026 start. To sign up for one of these sessions, please email the main school email address with your name and session date. For families interested in spaces in KS1 or KS2, please also include the year group your child would be in from September 2026.
Monday 20th October (4:30pm) – Information Event for Prospective 2026 Nursery Families
Wednesday 22nd October (4:30pm) – Information Event for Prospective 2026 Reception Families
Monday 17th November (5:15pm) – Information Event for Prospective 2026 Nursery Families
Wednesday 19th November (5:15pm) – Information Event for Prospective 2026 Reception Families
Monday 24th November (5:00pm) – Information Event for Prospective 2026 KS1/2 Families
In-year admissions for children in Reception – Year 6
Although we are our own Admissions Authority, any applications for in-year transfers for places in Reception – Year 6 should be made via Milton Keynes City Council, who manage this process on behalf of our school. Please refer to the admissions guidance on their website which can be accessed here.
Starting school in September 2026?
Please refer to the key dates below for applications for admissions in September 2026. This applies to children who will be starting in Reception (born between 1st September 2021 and 31st August 2022) and Year 3 (children currently attending an infant school who were born between 1st September 2018 and 31st August 2019).
The Milton Keynes City Council Citizens Portal for making an application for starting school for the first time or moving up to junior school in September 2026 is now open and closes on 15th January 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application deadline on Milton Keynes City Council portal | 15th January 2026 |
| National Offer Day | 16th April 2026 |
| First re-allocation of places not taken up plus late applications notification | 30th May 2025 |
| Second re-allocation of places not taken up plus late applications notification | TBC |
| Third re-allocation of places not taken up plus late applications notification | TBC |
| Fourth re-allocation of places not taken up plus late applications notification | TBC |
| Applications received thereafter will be processed for an outcome by 31st August 2026 | |
Admissions appeals
If you named Watling Primary School as one of your preferences and were unsuccessful, you may wish to appeal against this decision to an Independent Appeal Panel. An appeal form can be requested by emailing the school. On completion, these forms should be returned via email with any supporting evidence within the appropriate timescales.
Admissions Appeals Guide for Parents and Carers
Admissions Arrangements by Academic Year
Admissions Arrangements for 2024-2025