Thinking of joining us?
We welcome visits from all parents and children that are considering joining us. We also offer pre-school taster sessions to give the children a taste of life in our schools. If you would like to see what we have to offer, please contact the school office to book an appointment.
Information on Published Admission Number (PAN)
Published Admission Number (PAN):
At St Andrews Primary School, our Published Admission Number (PAN) is set at 9, which means we can accommodate a total of 63 children in our small nurturing school. This PAN is determined based on our capacity and resources to ensure that each pupil receives the attention and support they need to thrive.
Deferring Entry to Reception
For parents considering deferring their child's entry to reception, it's important to understand the options available. Deferring entry allows parents to delay their child's start in school until they feel it is the right time for them. This can be particularly beneficial for children who may not be ready to start school at the usual age.
For further details on deferring entry to reception, including guidelines and procedures, please refer to the following link: Deferring Entry to Reception.
Key Points for Parents:
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Understanding PAN: The PAN is crucial for ensuring that the school can maintain a suitable teacher-to-pupil ratio and provide quality education.
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Deferral Options: Parents have the right to defer their child's entry, and it is advisable to communicate with the school to discuss the best options for their child's education.
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Contact Information: For any questions or further discussions regarding admissions or deferral, please feel free to contact the school office.
How to apply
The application process for a reception place for September 2026 will open on 01 November 2025.
The easiest way for parents to apply is online. Further information can be found on Admission to primary and middle schools - Staffordshire County Council
The closing date is 15 January 2026.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION - ADMISSION INTO RECEPTION CLASS SEPTEMBER 2026
To be sure of receiving an offer on national offer day please apply online through our website www.staffordshire.gov.uk/admissions.
The online system will ask for a UID number – please click ‘No UID’, this will allow you to continue with your application.
You will need to make your application by 15 January 2026 and your child will receive an offer of a reception place on national offer day 16 April 2026.
All the information you need about the admissions process within Staffordshire is available on our web pages.
You must apply for all schools that you would prefer your child to attend including schools outside of Staffordshire or grammar schools. You will need to check the admissions arrangements for each school you are interested in to see what priority will be given to your application and whether you should provide additional information or a supplementary form with your online application.
If you do not make an application your child will be disadvantaged as children whose parents/carers have applied will be given priority for popular schools.
You must apply even if you have an elder child already attending the school (or affiliated Junior). No priority is given in the admission process because your child is currently in a nursery class and there is no guarantee that they will be allocated a place at the school at which they currently go to nursery.
If there are other persons with parental responsibility for your child, who are not living at your home address, it is expected that you will jointly agree on school places before an application is made. The local authority is not able to intervene in disputes between parents over school applications and will request that these are resolved privately.
(www.staffordshire.gov.uk/admissions).
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