Admission of children outside their normal age group

We know that parents are usually best placed to make the decision about when their child is ready for school. 

We’ll support families who want their child to start school outside the normal age group.

You can request a place for your child outside of their normal age group in any year group if the child:

• is gifted 
• has been ill
• was born in the summer

Read our policy on admission of children outside their normal age group (September 2024 normal intake). 

Read statutory guidance that schools must follow when carrying out duties relating to school admissions from GOV.UK.

Request admission outside of the normal age group

If you'd like your child to be admitted to school outside of their normal age group, fill in this form.

Send your completed form by email to schools.admissions@southwark.gov.uk.

Do not post the form to us.

Contact us

You can contact us by:

• calling 020 7525 5337
• emailing schools.admissions@southwark.gov.uk