Applying for a school place
Do you have a child due to start either Primary School or Secondary School in September 2027?
If so, please note that the application process for September 2027 new Reception intake and transfers to secondary school has now opened.
We are always delighted to welcome prospective parents and carers to view the school. We do not hold open days, as we like to provide a more personal experience.
Please contact Miss Buck on admin@willastonce.cheshire.sch.uk or telephone 0151 832 5361 and we will book a viewing in with our Head Teacher Mr Graham.
Starting Primary School.
Do you have a child born between 1st September 2022 and 31st August 2023 and are you a Cheshire West and Chester resident? YES, from 1st September 2026 you can apply for a school place.
You can apply from 1st September 2026 online at cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/admissions,
or by telephoning the local authority on 0300 123 7039 to request a ‘Starting Primary School 2026-2027’ booklet.
In addition you can view a copy of the booklet in all Cheshire West and Chester primary schools or online at cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/admissions
All parents/carers must complete an application for a reception class place and submit to the Local Authority by the closing date of 15 January 2027.
Applying for a Secondary School Place (Year 7).
Is your child due to transfer from Primary School to Secondary School in September 2027? YES, from 1st September 2026 you can apply for a school place.
You can apply from 1st September 2026 :-
online at cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/admissions, or
by telephoning the local authority on 0300 123 7039 to request a ‘Transferring to Secondary School 2026-2027’ booklet.
In addition, you can view a copy of the booklet in all Cheshire West and Chester primary schools.
online at cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/admissions
All parents/carers must complete an application for a secondary school place and submit to the Local Authority by the closing date of 31 October 2026.
If entitlement to transport is important to how your child will get to and from school , it is vital you read the Home to School transport Policy before applying for a school place. Visit the authority’s website for further information.
For more information, please visit School Admissions.
Please see below the links to the Primary and Secondary online booklets, which you may wish to view prior to submitting your application.