Apply now for Walsall primary and secondary school places for September 2027 - here's how

The school year may have only just begun, but parents and carers in Walsall can now apply for their child's primary or secondary school place for September 2027.

Walsall Council is encouraging families to apply online and in advance of the closing dates.

Primary school applications close on January, 15 2027, while secondary school applications close on October, 31 2026.

• Children born between 1 September 2022 and 31 August 2023 can now apply for a reception class place starting in September 2027.
• Children born between 1 September 2015 and 31 August 2016 can now apply for a Year 7 secondary school place starting in September 2027.

Councillor Lisa Jones, of Walsall Council, said, "Every child deserves the best possible start to the next stage of their education. Whether your child is beginning primary school or moving on to secondary school, we want parents and carers to feel confident and supported throughout the admissions process.

"We have a range of support available, including drop-in sessions across the borough, where parents and carers can receive help from our admissions team to complete their online application."

School application guidance

• Parents and carers can apply for school places online and should include all available preferences to maximise their chances of securing a place at one of their preferred schools. Up to three preferences can be selected for primary applications and up to five preferences for secondary applications.
• Families living outside Walsall should apply through their home local authority, even if they are applying for a Walsall school.
• For primary school applications, the closing date is 15 January 2027. School offers will be made on 16 April 2027.
• For secondary school applications, the closing date is 31 October 2026. School offers will be made on 1 March 2027.
• Late applications, particularly for secondary schools, may reduce the chance of securing a place at a preferred school.
• Parents should note that having a nursery place at a school does not automatically guarantee a reception place. A separate primary school application must still be submitted.

Need help with your application?

The School Admissions Team will be holding drop-in sessions across the borough to help parents and carers complete their online applications.

29 September 2026 Lichfield Street Hub - Lichfield Street, Walsall WS1 1TR.9am to 5pm

7 October 2026 Willenhall Library, 1 Walsall St, Willenhall WV13 2EX.1pm to 5pm

13 October 2026 Blakenall Village Centre - 79 Thames Rd, Bloxwich, Walsall WS3 1LZ.1pm to 5pm

20 October 2026 Brownhills Library - Park View Centre, Chester Road North, Brownhills WS8 7JB.1pm to 5pm

22 October 2026 Darlaston Library - 1 King St, Darlaston, Wednesbury WS10 8DE.1pm to 5pm

30 October 2026 Lichfield Street Hub - Lichfield Street, Walsall WS1 1TR.9am to 5pm

1 December 2026 Lichfield Street Hub - Lichfield Street, Walsall WS1 1TR.9am to 5pm

3 December 2026 Willenhall Library, 1 Walsall St, Willenhall WV13 2EX.1pm to 5pm

8 December 2026 Blakenall Village Centre - 79 Thames Rd, Bloxwich, Walsall WS3 1LZ.1pm to 5pm

10 December 2026 Brownhills Library - Park View Centre, Chester Road North, Brownhills WS8 7JB.1pm to 5pm

7 January 2027 Darlaston Library - 1 King St, Darlaston, Wednesbury WS10 8DE.1pm to 5pm

12 January 2027 Lichfield Street Hub - Lichfield Street, Walsall WS1 1TR.9am to 5pm

For more information about school admissions in Walsall, visit the Walsall Council website.