Do you have any questions about your child joining Valley Primary Academy?
If you have any questions about admissions, you can contact Daniel Pope, Academy Support Manager, by calling 01603 742969 or emailing office@valleyprimary.org.uk.
You can also contact Norfolk County Council directly via their contact form.
Reception Class Applications – September 2026
Applications open on 23 September 2025 and close on 15 January 2026.
Eligibility
- Children born between 1 September 2021 and 31 August 2022.
- You must apply for a Reception place even if your child currently attends a nursery at the school. Attendance at a school nursery does not increase your chance of securing a Reception place
- If you want your child to start later, you must still apply at the same time as everyone else. In September, families will receive a letter in the post with key information and next steps.
Timetable for September 2026 entry
- Applications open – 23 September 2025
- Applications close – 15 January 2026
- National Offer Day – 16 April 2026
- Appeals closing date – 26 May 2026
- Mini admission round – from 20 May 2026
- Appeals hearings – June/July 2026
- Waiting lists maintained until 31 December 2026