Admissions

The Published Admission Number (PAN) for Garlinge Primary School and Nursery is 892.

Applying for your child's primary school place

Please email Admissions@garlinge.kent.sch.uk to register you would like to arrange a tour of the school.

Important Information for Admissions

Please click on the Kent County Council link to apply for a school place and to find out more information on appeal arrangements.

If your child is already of school age and you need to find them a school please complete the In Year Admission Form (IYAF) by clicking here and select "Move to a different school" or alternatively you can request a copy of this form from the school office.

At Garlinge Primary School and Nursery we are always happy to help with any queries regarding admission applications. If you need any support with completing the online forms, please contact the school office.

Key Dates – Reception September 2025

Apply online at: www.kent.gov.uk/ola

Opening Dates for Primary Applications	Tuesday 5th November 2024
Closing Date for Primary Applications	Wednesday 15th January 2025
National Offer Day for Primary Applications	Wednesday 16th April 2025 after 4pm
Parents to Accept or Decline Offer with the School	Wednesday 30th April 2025

Key Dates – Nursery September 2024 - August 2025

Child Born in Period	When Eligible for Free Childcare
1 April - 31 August	Start of Term 1 following their 3rd birthday (after summer holidays)
1 September - 31 December	Start of term 3 following their 3rd birthday (after Christmas/New Year holiday)
1 January - 31 March	Start of term 5 following their 3rd birthday (after Easter holiday)

Please click here to check your eligibility for free childcare
Please click here to check your eligibility for Early Years Pupil Premium (EYPP)