Parents in County Durham are reminded they are running out of time to apply for primary school places for their children. The deadline for applications for the next academic year, which starts in September 2017, is Sunday 15 January 2017. Cllr Ossie Johnson, Durham County Council’s Cabinet member for children and young people’s services, said: “In our county we benefit from many schools with superb facilities and dedicated, talented staff, and we hope that through our admissions system people can express their preferences and see children enjoy a happy and successful education. “We know that the decision of where to send your children is a big one, and can be difficult, but we would urge parents to make sure they apply by the deadline as a late application greatly reduces your chances of getting into your preferred school.”
Applications can be made online, at www.durham.gov. uk/schooladmissions, or by post. Forms can also be requested by phoning 03000 265896 or by writing to the School Admissions and Transport Team at Durham County Council, County Hall, Durham, DH1 5UJ. If posting, the forms should be sent back using signed for or special delivery services. Offers of places will be made to parents on 16 April 2017. If you apply online you will receive an offer email. If you apply by post you will receive an offer letter. These should arrive by no later than 16th April
