Smithy Bridge Primary School

Smithy Bridge Primary School

To achieve, to grow, to smile, to dream

Admissions - Nursery

 

Please see below admissions policy information and application form to apply for a Nursery place:

Admissions Nursery Policy for 2025 2026

Printer Friendly Nursery Application 

Closing Date for applications to be received by the school is Wednesday 15th January 2025.

Admissions - Reception

The closing date for applying for a Reception place is Wednesday 15th January 2025. The School admission criteria and arrangements are detailed in the schools policy:- Reception Admissions Policy 2025 2026

You can apply via Rochdale Local Council using the link :- https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/school-admissions-appeals/apply-primary-school-place

There is a requirement in the School Admission Appeals Code (Paragraph 2.1-2.2) for all Admission Authorities to publish on their Website the details of the School Admissions Timetable. Please see below for further information:-

Rochdale Council Website

Department for Education Website

Within Year Appeals

Appeals resulting from within year school admission applications will be heard within the timescales set out in the School Admission Appeals Code.

Appeals for September 2025 Entry

Appeals resulting from year of entry (Reception) or transfer applications (Year 7 entry) for admission in September 2025 will be heard according to the following timetable:

Offer Date  Appeals to be lodged by Offer Date of Appealed applications
Primary 16th April 2025 12th May 2025 6th June 2025

 

Appeals lodged after these dates will be heard within the timescales set out in the School Admission Appeals Code.

Applicants will be sent notification of their appeal hearing along with a copy of the school’s case at least 14 days in advance of the hearing.