IN YEAR ADMISSIONS Sept 2024- July 25
For all in year admissions (children starting school other than Reception in September) please contact Blackpool Council School Admissions Team on 01253 476446 or 01253 476637 or email schoolaccess@blackpool.gov.uk
Westminster Primary Academy follows the admissions policy set by Blackpool Council for in year admissions (please see below)
For NEW TO AREA or IN YEAR TRANSFERS GUIDANCE CLICK HERE
First Day of Term Transfer Protocol
Blackpool schools and academies started using a first day of term protocol from 6th November 2017.
Where a child already has a Blackpool school / academy place, and where a transfer is agreed, then the start date at the new school or academy will be at the beginning of the next school term.
Details are available from all schools and academies and from Blackpool’s Admissions Team – telephone 01253 476637 or 476833 – email schoolaccess@blackpool.gov.uk
The first day of term information sheet for parents and carers can be viewed by clicking HERE
APPLYING FOR A SCHOOL PLACE FOR SEPTEMBER 2025
To view the Blackpool Council website and information on admission for a PRIMARY SCHOOL place CLICK HERE
For a SECONDARY SCHOOL place CLICK HERE
To APPEAL A SCHOOL place CLICK HERE
Downloadable information
Admissions to Blackpool primary school 2025- A guide for parents
Admissions to Blackpool secondary schools 2025 - A guide for parents
The Schools Admission Code 2021 - DFE guide
The Schools Admission Appeals guidance - Blackpool Council - DFE guide
POLICIES
Blackpool Council Admissions Policy
Co-ordinated admission scheme for Blackpool schools and academies 2024 to 2025
Admissions