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.
Starting Reception in September 2027
We are delighted that you are considering Valley Primary Academy for your child’s education.
Choosing a primary school is an important decision, and we would be delighted to welcome you to visit our school. If you would like to arrange a tour with our Headteacher, please contact the school office.
Who can apply?
Children are due to start Reception in September 2027 if they were born between 1 September 2022 and 31 August 2023.
Applying for a Reception Place
Applications for Reception places are managed by Norfolk County Council.
You must submit an application even if your child currently attends the nursery at Valley Primary Academy. Attending our nursery does not guarantee or increase the likelihood of securing a Reception place.
Applications can be made online through the Norfolk County Council admissions website. We strongly encourage parents and carers to apply online before the closing date.
Important Dates for September 2027 Entry
| Event | Date |
| Applications Open | 23 September 2026 |
| Applications Close | 15 January 2027 |
| National Offer Day | 16 April 2027 |
| Mini Admission Round Opens | 20 May 2027 |
| Appeals Closing Date | 26 May 2027 |
| Appeals Hearings | June / July 2027 |
| Waiting Lists Maintained Until | 31 December 2027 |
Deferring Your Child’s Start
Most children begin school full-time in September. However, if you wish to:
- defer your child’s admission until later in the academic year (but before they reach compulsory school age), or
- request that your child attends part-time initially,
you must still apply for a Reception place within the normal admissions round. Once a place has been offered, you should contact the school to discuss the available options.
School Tours
We warmly welcome prospective parents and carers to visit Valley Primary Academy.
A school tour is a great opportunity to:
- Meet our Headteacher and staff.
- Explore our Reception classrooms and learning environments.
- Learn about our curriculum and school values.
- Ask any questions about starting school.
To arrange a visit, please contact the school office:
📞 01603 742969
📧 office@valleyprimary.org.uk
Apply Online
Reception applications should be completed through Norfolk County Council’s online admissions system.
For further information and to submit your application, please visit the Norfolk County Council admissions website.
In-Year Admissions
If you wish to transfer your child to Valley Primary Academy during the school year, you will need to make an in-year admission application.
Applications can be made at any time during the academic year and are administered by Norfolk County Council.
How to Apply
To apply for an in-year school place, please complete the online In-Year Admissions application through Norfolk County Council.
Once your application has been received, Norfolk County Council will consult with the school to determine whether a place is available in the appropriate year group. If a place can be offered, you will be contacted with details of your child’s admission and start date.
Before You Apply
We encourage families considering a move to Valley Primary Academy to arrange a visit to the school before submitting an application. This provides an opportunity to see our school in action, meet our staff and ask any questions you may have.
If a Place Is Not Available
If the relevant year group is full, your application may be refused. You will be informed of your right to appeal the decision and, where appropriate, your child can be placed on the waiting list in accordance with the school’s published admission arrangements.