In Year Transfer - No Change of Address (Primary)

Your child will not normally start until the next new term and must continue to attend their school until then.

Further information can also be found in -

Primary Booklet 2024: Download (5.77MB - PDF)

You should discuss the reasons for your move with both the current school and new school before considering applying as they will be able to support your child rather than changing schools. They may also suggest arranging a Managed Move for your child, which is arranged directly between the two schools and does not need an application.

Some further issues to consider

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.

Finally you should discuss your concerns with your present school

You should discuss your concerns with your present school first, as they will be able to support your child rather than changing schools.

How to Apply

Please use the following link to apply:

APPLY NOW - Primary In Year Transfer

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

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.

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.

Hooton Pagnell All Saints C of E Primary School
Branton St Wilfrid's C of E Primary School
Canon Popham C of E Primary Academy
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Mexborough St. John the Baptist C of E Primary School
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary School
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Primary School
Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Voluntary Academy
Rossington St Michael's C of E Primary School
St Alban's Catholic Primary School
St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School
St Joseph & St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
St Joseph's School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Edlington
St Oswald's C of E Academy
St Peter's Catholic Primary School
Tickhill St Mary's Church of England Primary and Nursery School
Travis St Lawrence C of E Primary School