Dear Parent/Carer,

I am delighted and excited that you are considering The Cambridge Primary School for your child.

At The Cambridge Primary, we strive to provide for your child the best education possible in an excellent learning environment. Our vision and values are growing and developing as the school grows and reflects those within the community.  The Cambridge Primary School is a safe, happy, respectful environment which aims to combine the life experiences and values of our children and families with the school culture. To achieve this inclusive environment, we respect and value the differences and diversity within our community.

We aim to help children develop their own identity, and create a sense of belonging in an environment which supports their development and prepares them for their lifelong learning journey.

The Cambridge Primary School gives all pupils the opportunity to develop enquiring minds, building on their natural curiosity and confidence with an aim of creating positive, respectful relationships which make them feel valued.

We would welcome the opportunity to meet with you and show you around our wonderful school.

Yours sincerely, 

Mrs Kennedy

Executive Headteacher

Main round Reception September 2026

If your child was born between 1st September 2021 and 31st August 2022, they will be eligible to start school in the school year beginning September 2026. 

On-line applications: (htpp://www.hants.gov.uk/admissions) 

The online form will open on 1st November 2025 and will close at midnight on 15th January 2026 (the national closing date). 

Tours for prospective parents for Year R places, September 2026

Our 'Talk and Tours' will be held through the Autumn term. To book onto one of our 'Talk and Tours' please click here. You can either book onto one of our morning 'Talk and Tours' starting at 9.30am or alternatively, we do have an evening tour on Wednesday 8th October at 6pm.  

Please review the table below for Hampshire key dates for upcoming Admission arrangements

Admission type	Applications open	Deadline for applications	Notification date for on-time applicants	Waiting list established
Starting School (Year R)	1 November 2025	15 January 2026	16 April 2026	30 April 2026
Infant to Junior Transfer (Year 3)	1 November 2025	15 January 2026	16 April 2026	30 April 2026
Transfer to Secondary School (Year 7)	8 September 2025	31 October 2025	2 March 2026	13 March 2026
In-year applications requiring a September 2026 start	1 May 2026	Applications will be processed from 8 June 2026	N/A	N/A

 

Alternatively, if you are unable to make one of our tours, we have a prospective parent video (created in September 2020).

 

 

In year admissions

If you're seeking a school placement during the academic year, you'll need to complete an In-Year Application. All such applications are handled by Hampshire County Council, who manage this process on behalf of the school. For more information on school admissions, feel free to contact us on (01252 314884), and we can discuss your options. Alternatively, you can visit the website provided, which offers details on the application process, guidance information, and a catchment area finder.

https://www.hants.gov.uk/educationandlearning/admissions/applicationprocess/inyear

A hard copy of this form is available by contacting the school.

Upon receipt of an in-year application, the school will aim to notify the parents of the outcome of their application in writing within 10 school days, but applicants must be notified in writing within 15 school days. Where an application is refused, there is the right to appeal. Details of how to appeal can be found below.

All in-year appeals will be heard within 30 school days.

Where an applicant is offered a school place following an in-year application, and the offer is accepted, arrangements will be made for the child to start school as soon as possible, particularly where the child is out of school.

Appeals

Parents or guardians who have been denied a school place for their child have the right to appeal the decision. Appeals can be submitted at any time. The Surrey Appeals Service manages school appeals on our behalf.

If your child is in KS1, please follow this link for more information on the appeals process.

Key Stage 1 Appeal aged 4 to 7 at the time of school admission

If your child is in KS2, please follow this link for more information on the appeals process.

Key Stage 2 Appeal aged 7 - 16 at the time of school admission

 

School admission appeals timetable

Appeals for September 2025 entry resulting from year of entry or transfer applications: 

School	Offer	Appeals lodged by	Appeals to be heard by
Secondary	2nd March 2026	TBC	TBC
Primary	16th April 2026	TBC	TBC

 Please note: Appeals will not start being heard until after the relevant closing date has passed.

Appeals lodged after these dates will be heard within 40 school days of the appeal deadline or 30 school days of being lodged, whichever is the later date.

Appeals are not heard in school holidays, which will vary depending on the school.

Appellants will be sent notification of their appeal hearing at least 10 clear school days in advance of the hearing.  Appellants will be sent a copy of the school's case normally a week in advance of the hearing.

Appellants must ensure that any further evidence not included with their initial appeal is received by the stated deadline, which will be clearly highlighted in the appeal hearing notification letter.  Any additional evidence or information received after this date might not be considered at the appeal hearing.

In year or immediate entry appeals

Appeals resulting from in year admission applications will be heard within 30 school days of the appeal being lodged.

 

Our admission policies are located below.