Admissions to schools in Suffolk for the 2026/2027 school year

Each year, we provide important information to give you the best possible chance of securing a school place for your child at one of your preferred schools. Further information will be available from 12 September 2025.

Admission arrangements to community and voluntary controlled schools

The admission arrangements for the 2026/2027 school year include:

• The oversubscription criteria for community and voluntary controlled schools
• Published Admission Numbers for Suffolk schools

Admission arrangements to voluntary aided, free schools and academies

The governing body or academy trust of voluntary aided, free schools and academies are responsible for admissions to their schools. 

These arrangements should be published here by 15 March 2025.

Co-ordinated Admissions Scheme for Schools in Suffolk for the 2026/2027 school year

The Co-ordinated Admissions Scheme explains how Suffolk County Council co-ordinates admission arrangements for the normal year of intake for all mainstream schools in Suffolk and with other neighbouring authorities.