FAMILY TOURS for parents and carers of
Reception September 2026 Admissions

We look forward to meeting Parents and Carers of pupils starting school in Reception September 2026.  To book onto our OPEN MORNING event Saturday 18th October 10am-12noon, or one of our FAMILY TOURS, please click on this link
>> ST MARTIN'S SCHOOL - FAMILY VISIT AND TOUR 

During your visit you will have a chance to see our amazing school provision, meet the staff team and see our school in action.  

ADMISSION ARRANGEMENTS FOR ST MARTIN'S C of E PRIMARY SCHOOL

A copy St Martin's CofE Primary School KMAT Agreed Arrangements for 
'2024-2025' 2025-2026' and '2026-2027' can be found on the Kaleidoscope MAT website Admissions page: 

https://www.kaleidoscopemat.co.uk/admissions.html

The Published Admission Number (PAN) for St Martin's School new intakes 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 will be 45 pupils. 

APPLYING TO START SCHOOL - to make an application for your child to start Reception 2026 (date of birth 01.09.21 - 31.08.22), please click on the following link for further information on how to apply.   
>> North Somerset School Admissions link  

*The National Closing Date for Applications is 15th January 2026, 23:59hrs.

TRANSFER TO SECONDARY SCHOOL APPLICATIONS - if your child will be transferring to Secondary School September 2026, you will need to complete an application for a Secondary School place directly through North Somerset School Admissions >> North Somerset School Admissions link  

Applications open 12th September 2025 and close at 11:59pm on the National Closing Date, 31st October 2025. Please ensure North Somerset receive your completed application before the closing date.

Any applications that are received before the closing date have a higher chance of being offered a place at their preference schools than those received late. Before you complete your application form, please read the Parents’ Guide, which will also be available by 12th September at: https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/schools-learning/school-admissions/apply-school-place

You can submit your application via the online application service which is available at: https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/schools-learning/school-admissions/apply-school-place/submit-yourapplication-school-place

* All late applications should be completed as a paper copy and will be processed later in the year.

You can download a paper copy of the application from the North Somerset website, or request a copy to be posted.  

APPLYING TO CHANGE SCHOOL IN-YEAR - we currently have spaces in some year groups. If you wish to apply for a place for your child to attend St Martin's School, as a Voluntary Controlled School all our Admissions are dealt with and allocated by North Somerset School Admissions in line with their current guidelines for children Starting School in September and In Year Admissions.  

The quickest and easier way to apply for a school place In-Year is online.  You will receive a confirmation email from North Somerset School Admissions once you have submitted your application. 

http://www.n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/schools-learning/admissions/changing-schools/applying-change-school/ 

For any queries regarding your application please contact the North Somerset School Admissions Team direct:

Tel:  01275 884078 and 01275 884014            Email: admissions@n-somerset.gov.uk 

North Somerset Admissions Useful Links:

• over subscription
• admission appeals process
• admission arrangements and policies
• home to school transport
• free school meals