Helping You Choose the Right School
Choosing a school for your child is one of the many big decisions you need to make as parents and carers.
We understand that the transition from pre-school care, whether that be a nursery, childminder or the care of parents can be a daunting time for you and your child.
Our admissions team are on hand to support this each step of the way. You can contact our team and book a tour using the links below.
September
Applications open on Southwark’s website: eAdmissions website
January
Applications close
April
Offers made directly to parents from the Local Authority
May - June
Information gathering to support the best transition for your child.
June
Classes and Transition Timetables shared with families.
New Parents Event.
July
Transition packs with activities for over the summer are provided.
Everything you need to know about admissions:
Key Policies
Entry to reception
Ivydale Primary School has 60 places in Reception each year.
How to apply
Parents and carers must apply through Southwark Council’s online admissions system.
Apply for a Reception place via Southwark Council here.
Applications open in the autumn term and close in January. National Offer Day is in April.
Admissions criteria
Ivydale Primary School follows Southwark Council’s Primary Admissions Policy, which sets out:
- Oversubscription criteria
- Priority groups
- Catchment area arrangements
- How places are allocated if the school is oversubscribed
View Southwark Council’s Primary Admissions Policy here.
Attendance at Ivydale Nursery does not guarantee a place in Reception.
Parents of children attending the nursery must apply separately for a Reception place through Southwark Council, following the same process as all other applicants.
Applying during the school year (moving schools)
Applications for places outside the normal Reception intake are known as in-year admissions.
All in-year applications should be made through Southwark Council. Please also contact the school if you are interested in an in-year place. We currently have spaces in Years 2, 4 and 5.
Admissions appeal
If your child is not offered a place at Ivydale Primary School, you have the legal right to appeal.
Appeals are managed by Southwark Council and are heard by an independent appeals panel.
Admissions appeals information.
The appeals timetable and guidance are published annually by the local authority.
Come and see our wonderful school!
Thursday 6th November
Wednesday 3rd December
Wednesday 7th January
Call the office to book your place: 020 7639 2702
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