**The on-line system for school admissions for the 2012-13 academic year will open on 8 September 2011.**
The closing date for Reception year applications is 15 January 2012 and for secondary applications is 31 October 2011.
Before you start
It is very important that you read the appropriate admissions booklet before completing an application, including considering how your child will travel to your preferred school(s). You can open and read these booklets from the 'Read more' section of this page.
Before you can complete an on-line application or edit an existing application, you will need to register with a valid email address.
This application form is only for starting primary or secondary school for the first time at the beginning of the academic year i.e. Reception class primary or Year 7 secondary.
To register
Click on the link 'Apply for a school place' in the 'Do it now' section of this page.
The first screen you will see has a large blue button which says 'Register Now!' and you will be asked to complete parent/carer details along with address, telephone numbers, your chosen password and mother's maiden name.
Please note we are not able to access or reset your password should you lose it so it is essential that you enter a valid email address and that you enter your mother’s maiden name accurately, otherwise you will need to re-register using a new email address.
Once you have successfully registered you can enter your log in details on the homepage start the application process.
Once logged you will see a page called 'Application for admission to school'. You can now continue to complete the application form.
**Important note: When completing the on-line admission form and choosing your preferred school, please only use the first 3 letters of the school name in the search box, e.g. Han for Hanham**
An on-line step-by-step admissions guide is available in the 'Read more' section of this page called 'On-line admissions guide'.
For further help and information
Please contact The Children & Young People Information Service on: 01454 868008 or email: cis@southglos.gov.uk