Admissions
Kents Hill Park Nursery September 2026
Kents Hill Park Nursery currently offers provision for children aged 3 and 4. The main in-take for Nursery is the September following your child's third birthday.
This process is for children born between 1st September 2022 and 31st August 2023.
Applications open 1st November 2025 for starting in September 2026. The initial application window will be open until noon on Friday, 13th March 2026.
Nursery Open Morning will be held on Monday 2nd March at 9.15am.
Allocations for the Nursery will be made by Friday, 27th March 2026. We will email post out allocation information to all successful applicants by Friday, 27th March.
If the Nursery is unable to offer a place to your child, you will be informed in writing. There is no right of appeal. The Nursery will hold a continued interest list and you may request for your details to be included.
The offering for sessions can be found on Kents Hill Park Nursery Welcome
How to apply;
Kents Hill Park Nursery Application Form - September 2026
To complete the application form, which is an editable PDF, the applicant needs to save the form on to their device (phone/ tablet/laptop). Complete the form and then press save to save the completed form. Then attach the completed form and supporting documentation to an email and send to [email protected]
Please ensure that you have provided both the completed form and all the supporting documentation.
Closing date:
Please note that the application process is not a first come first served basis. All applications received by the closing of the initial application window, which is at noon on Friday, 13th March 2026. will be processed.
Offers are subject to the availability of places. The main intake for Nursery is the September following your child's third birthday.
We aim to respond to your application within 10 school days of receipt with a confirmation of receipt of Nursery application letter. Allocation of places for the Nursery (September 2026) will take place by Friday 27th March.
Please note that the admissions office is open term time only.
It should be noted that a place in the nursery class does not automatically guarantee admission to the Primary school. Parents should refer to the Primary School admissions policy for further advice on applying for a place in Reception.
Kents Hill Park Nursery September 2025
From September 2025, Kents Hill Park Nursery will offer provision for children aged 3 and 4.
The main in-take for Nursery is the September following your child's third birthday. This September we will be welcoming children born between 1st September 2021 and 31st August 2022 to join the Nursery from September 2025.
The offering for sessions can be found on Kents Hill Park Nursery Welcome
There are spaces available for September 2025. If you are interested in AM, PM or all day slots please submit an application form, found below.
How to Apply
Please complete the editable PDF below. This can be done on a phone/tablet/computer. When you have opened the admissions form, save to the device you are using. Then complete the form and press save. The completed form should then be emailed with the supporting documentation to: [email protected]
Kents Hill Park Nursery Admissions Form
Offers are subject to the availability of places. The main intake for Nursery is the September following your child's third birthday. We aim to respond to your application within 10 school days.
If should be noted that a place in the nursery class does not automatically guarantee admissions to the Primary school. Parent/carers should refer to the Primary School admissions policy for further advice on applying for a place in Reception.
In-Year Admissions
In-year admissions refers to applications made at any time after the initial September entry into Reception.
Applications for an in-year admission can be made directly to Kents Hill Park School.
In Year Applications for 2025/ 2026
To apply for a place on the waiting list from September 2025, please complete the application form for September 2025-26. Please see the link below.
In year Primary Application September 2025-26
The application form is an editable PDF. Save the form to the device you are using, then complete the form and press save. The completed form should be emailed with the supporting documentation to [email protected].
The primary school has spaces in Year 1 and Year 3. Applications for all other Year groups will receive a turn down letter once the application has been processed. You will then have the opportunity to place your child(ren) on the waiting list for the 2025/2026 academic year. This builds the waiting lists for each year group for September.
Once the school has returned from the school holidays in September then should there be any vacancies in the year group places will be offered from the top of the waiting list.
Parent/Carers should be aware that Kents Hill Park School is an oversubscribed school with more applicants than places available and each year many parent/carers are unsuccessful in their application for a place. Please note that when a place does become available it is allocated strictly in accordance with the school’s admissions criteria.
Kents Hill Park School maintains a waiting list throughout the academic year. The waiting list will be ranked in accordance with the over-subscription criteria and length of time on the list will not be a factor in offering a place. This means that children will move up and down the list as other children are or removed. Being on the waiting list does not guarantee a place at the school. Waiting lists close at the end of the academic year.
Please email any queries to [email protected] and the admissions team will respond within 10 school days.
Children Starting School for the First Time - September 2026
The Local Authority co-ordinates the application process for children starting school for the first time. (Applications will not be accepted at the school).
The deadline for applications was 15 January 2026.
National Offer Day is on 16 April 2026.
For Children born between 1 September 2021 and 31 August 2022. Further information, including how to make a late application can be found on Milton Keynes Council website: Starting primary or junior/middle school in September 2026
Timeline for Admissions Appeals for Year R - September 2026
Following national offer day of Thursday, 16th April 2026, if you named Kents Hill Park Primary School as one of your preferences and were unsuccessful, you have a right to appeal against the decision to an independent appeal panel.
The appeals timetable* for Kents Hill Park Primary School for students starting in Year R in September 2026 is shown below. Both the Stage 1 and Stage 2 individual hearings will be held virtually, with meeting invites issued by the Clerk to the Independent Appeal Panel nearer the time.
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Friday, 15th May 2026 at noon |
Deadline to request an appeal form |
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Wednesday, 20th May 2026 at noon |
Deadline to lodge an appeal** |
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Wednesday, 8th July to Friday 10th July 2026 |
Appeal hearings will be held during this week. Appellants will be advised as to precise day and time by the clerk. |
Should you wish to appeal against the decision not to offer your child a place at Kents Hill Park Primary School, please email [email protected] providing the name of the child, their date of birth, the name of the school and an email address where the appeal paperwork can be sent. Requests for appeal forms must be made by noon on Friday, 15th May 2026.
*Please note it may not be possible to include within this timetable any appeals that are lodged after the deadline.
**This is the deadline by which the completed appeal form must be received by the Clerk to the Independent Appeal Panel.
September 2026
Defined Area Reception to Year 2: Kents Hill Park
Junior Transition for Year 3 - September 2026
The Local Authority co-ordinates the application process for children starting school for the first time. (Applications will not be accepted at the school).
The deadline for applications was 15 January 2026.
National Offer Day is 16 April 2026.
For children born between 1 September 2018 and 31 August 2019.
Further information, including how to make a late application can be found on Milton Keynes Council website: Starting primary or junior/middle school in September 2026
Timeline for Admissions Appeals for Year 3 - September 2026
Following national offer day of Thursday, 16th April 2026, if you named Kents Hill Park Primary School as one of your preferences and were unsuccessful, you have a right to appeal against the decision to an independent appeal panel.
The appeals timetable* for Kents Hill Park Primary School for students starting in Year 3 in September 2026 is shown below. Both the Stage 1 and Stage 2 individual hearings will be held virtually, with meeting invites issued by the Clerk to the Independent Appeal Panel nearer the time.
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Friday, 15th May 2026 at noon |
Deadline to request an appeal form |
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Wednesday, 20th May 2026 at noon |
Deadline to lodge an appeal** |
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Wednesday, 8th July to Friday 10th July 2026
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Appeal hearings will be held during this week. Appellants will be advised as to precise day and time by the clerk. |
Should you wish to appeal against the decision not to offer your child a place at Kents Hill Park Primary School, please email [email protected] providing the name of the child, their date of birth, the name of the school and an email address where the appeal paperwork can be sent. Requests for appeal forms must be made by noon on Friday, 15th May 2026.
*Please note it may not be possible to include within this timetable any appeals that are lodged after the deadline.
**This is the deadline by which the completed appeal form must be received by the Clerk to the Independent Appeal Panel.
September 2026
Defined area for Kents Hill Park Primary School Year 3 to Year 6 is Browns Wood, Caldecotte, Walnut Tree, Walton, Walton Park, Kents Hill (shared with Heronsgate School) and Kents Hill Park.
Open Days
For information on open days, please see Prospective Parents Information
Year 7 Admissions for September 2026
The Local Authority co-ordinates the application process for children moving up to Year 7 in September 2026. (Applications will not be accepted at the school.) Further information can be found on the Milton Keynes City Council Website:
Starting secondary/upper school in September 2026
Applications closed on 31 October 2025.
National Offer Day is on 2 March 2026. Late applications need to be made to Milton Keynes City Council.
This is for children born between 1st September 2014 and 31st August 2015.
Year 7 September 2026 Kents Hill Park School Admissions Appeals
Following national offer day on Monday, 2nd March 2026 if you named Kents Hill Park School as one of your preferences and were unsuccessful, you will be sent a letter from the school providing further details as to why it wasn’t possible to allocate a place.
All unsuccessful applicants have a right to appeal against the decision not to offer a place to an independent appeal panel.
The appeals timetable* for Kents Hill Park School for students transferring to Year 7 in September 2026 is shown below. Stage 1 hearing and Stage 2 individual hearings will be held virtually, with meeting invites issued by the Clerk to the Independent Appeal Panel nearer the time.
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Monday, 13th April 2026 at 12 noon |
Deadline to request an appeal form |
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Wednesday, 15th April 2026 at 12 noon |
Deadline to lodge an appeal** |
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Monday, 18th May 2026 (morning) (time of hearing to be confirmed) |
Stage 1 hearing (all appellants are invited to attend) |
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Tuesday, 19th, Wednesday 20th, Thursday 21st and Friday 22nd May 2026 |
Stage 2 individual hearings (precise days/times to be advised by the Clerk) |
Should you wish to appeal against the decision not to offer your child a place at Kents Hill Park School, please email the admissions team at [email protected] providing the name of the child, their date of birth, name of school appeal for and an email address where the appeal paperwork can be sent.
Requests for appeal forms must be made by 12 noon on Monday, 13th April 2026 at 12 noon.
*Please note it may not be possible to include within this timetable any appeals that are lodged after the deadline.
**This is the deadline by which the completed appeal form must be received by the Clerk to the Independent Appeal Panel.
In-Year Admissions
In-year admissions refers to applications made at any time after the normal age of transfer at the end of primary school.
Applications for an in-year admission can be made directly to Kents Hill Park School.
In Year Applications for starting 2025/2026
To apply for a place on the waiting list for September 2025, please complete the application form for September 2025-26. Please see the link below.
In year Secondary Application Form - September 2025-26
The application form is an editable PDF. Save the form to the device you are using, then complete the form and press save. The completed form should be emailed with the supporting documentation to [email protected].
All Year groups are full. If you are applying for a full Year group, a turn down letter will initially be sent out once the application form is processed. You will then have the opportunity to place your child(ren) on the waiting list for the 2025/2026 academic year. This builds the waiting lists for each year group for the academic year 2025/26.
Parent/Carers should be aware that Kents Hill Park School is an oversubscribed school with more applicants than places available and each year many parent/carers are unsuccessful in their application for a place. Please note that when a place does become available it is allocated strictly in accordance with the school’s admissions criteria.
Kents Hill Park School maintains a waiting list throughout the academic year. The waiting list will be ranked in accordance with the over-subscription criteria and length of time on the list will not be a factor in offering a place. This means that children will move up and down the list as other children are or removed. Being on the waiting list does not guarantee a place at the school. Waiting lists close at the end of the academic year, July 2026.
Please email any queries to [email protected] and the admissions team will respond within 10 school days.
2025 Admission Arrangements
The consultation on the proposed admission arrangements for Kents Hill Park School for September 2025 is now closed. The Local Governing Body would like to thank everyone who responded. The Local Governing Body reviewed the consultation responses and decided that the admission arrangements for Primary, Year 7 and In-Year (Years 7-11) should be adopted as proposed.
The 2025 admission arrangements were adopted by the Local Governing Body on Thursday, 7 December 2023 and can be viewed on the links below:
Primary Admissions Arrangements 2025
Year 7 Admissions Arrangements 2025
In-Year Admissions Arrangements 2025
A paper copy of the policies can be obtained, upon request, from the Admissions office for the School.
2026 Admission Arrangements
The 2026 admission arrangements were determined by the Local Governing Body on 23 September 2024 and can be viewed on the links below:
Primary Admission Arrangements 2026
Year 7 Admission Arrangements 2026
In-Year Admission Arrangements 2026
2027 Admission Arrangements
The 2027 admission arrangements were determined by the Local Governing Body on 8 December 2025 and can be viewed on the links below:
Primary Admission Arrangements 2027
Year 7 Admission Arrangements 2027
In-Year Admission Arrangements 2027
