In Year Transfer - Change of Address (Primary)

There are many reasons for wanting to change your child’s school – most can be overcome. Below are some of the problems you may encounter and suggestions.

Further information can also be found in -

Primary Booklet 2024: Download (5.77MB - PDF)

Things to consider when changing your child's School

Curriculum

Subjects are delivered in many different ways and will likely be different in the new school.

Even where some subject follow the same curriculum, a subject may be taught at different times.

Your child could miss important work or waste valuable time repeating things.

Options

Moving schools can have a detrimental effect on your child’s achievements.

The options that they have worked hard on may not be available.

Friends

Making new friends can be hard.

Costs

A new uniform will be required.

Transport

Free transport is not normally provided and journey times will be longer.

Stress

Moving schools can be difficult and it will take time for them to settle in.

How to Apply

Please use the following link to apply:

APPLY NOW - Primary In Year Transfer

Guidance on Admissions for Overseas Nationals Entering the UK
Before applying for a school place you should check that you have a right of abode or that the conditions of your immigration status otherwise permit you to access a state-funded school.

Most applications are processed on a weekly basis and decisions sent to families at the end of each week.

Faith Schools

You should also be aware that we have several faith schools in Doncaster (Catholic and Church of England) which you are able to apply for. All schools are listed for selection within the application process online.