Admissions    

Welcome

Thank you for considering Euxton Primrose Hill Primary School for your child.

Choosing the right school is an important decision, and we are delighted you are thinking about joining our school community. Whether you are applying for a Reception place or moving into the area during the school year, we are here to help make the admissions process as simple and straightforward as possible.

Thinking of joining Primrose Hill?

We would love to welcome you for a visit. Come and meet our Headteacher, explore our classrooms and see our children enjoying learning.

Please contact the school office to arrange a visit.

Reception Admissions

Children usually start primary school in the September following their fourth birthday.

Euxton Primrose Hill Primary School is a community school, and Lancashire County Council is our Admissions Authority. Applications for Reception places should be made through Lancashire County Council during the published admissions period.

Published Admission Number (PAN)

Our Published Admission Number is 60 pupils each year.

If there are more applications than places

Places are allocated by Lancashire County Council using the following oversubscription criteria:

  • Looked after and previously looked after children
  • Exceptional medical, social or welfare reasons
  • Brothers and sisters already attending the school
  • Distance from the school

For full details, please see our Admissions Policy.

Deferred or Delayed Admission

Parents may request a deferred or part-time start until their child reaches compulsory school age, or request admission outside their child's normal age group. Please contact the school office if you would like to discuss these options.

Useful Links

  • Apply for a Primary School Place
  • Lancashire Primary Admissions
  • Admissions Policy
  • Starting School – Hints and Tips

Moving Schools?

If you are moving into the area or would like your child to join Primrose Hill during the school year, we'd be delighted to hear from you.

Before applying, we recommend contacting the school office. We will be happy to discuss availability, answer your questions and arrange a visit wherever possible.

Once a place has been offered, we will work closely with your family and your child's previous school to ensure a smooth transition.

Useful Links

  • Apply for an In-Year School Place
  • Changing Schools During the School Year

Starting Your Primrose Hill Journey

Starting school is a very special milestone, and we're committed to making every child's transition a happy and positive experience.

Our transition programme includes opportunities to visit school, meet teachers, explore the classroom and become familiar with school life before starting.

Helpful Information

  • School Readiness
  • Starting School – Hints and Tips
  • School Uniform

Waiting Lists and Appeals

If there are no places available, Lancashire County Council manages waiting lists in line with its admissions arrangements.

Parents have the right to appeal against a decision not to offer a place.

Useful Links

  • School Admissions Appeals

  • Waiting Lists

Need Help?

If you have any questions about admissions or would like to arrange a visit, please contact our friendly school office.

We will be delighted to help and look forward to welcoming you to Euxton Primrose Hill Primary School.