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School Admissions: Frequently Asked Questions

If my child already has a sibling at the school, does that automatically gain them a place?

No - having a sibling already on roll at the school does not automatically gain your other child a place there. Parents will need to apply at the same time as everyone else. Please refer to the admission rules for your preferred school to see where 'sibling status' is ranked (this can be found in either the 'Guide to Primary Education' or the 'Guide to Secondary Education' depending on the school type).

When will Waiting Lists be available?
When should I apply for a reception place for my child?
What is my designated area school?
Does my child have to attend my designated area school?
Will I be guaranteed a place at my designated area school?
If I apply early, will my application be more successful?
What if the school I want to apply for is a 'church school'?
If my child already has a sibling at the school, does that automatically gain them a place?
Is it important how I rank my preferences on my Common Application Form?
When will I know which school my child has been allocated?
What will happen if my child is refused a place at my preferred school?
How were middle/secondary/ upper school places allocated this year?

If you cannot find the answer to your question, please contact the School Admissions Team:

By post: School Admissions, The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, Town Hall, St Ives Road, Maidenhead, SL6 1RF

Royal Borough telephone: (01628) 683870

By e-mail: school.admissions@rbwm.gov.uk