Applying for a place at Maple Grove Primary School

Applying for a place at Maple Grove Primary School

Maple Grove Primary School has 45 places available in Reception each year, for more information on the school's admission criteria, view our Admissions Policy.

When to apply

You can apply between 1 September and 15 January if you would like your child to start school in the September after their 4th birthday.  

You must still apply even if your child:  

• goes to the nursery class of your chosen school
• has a brother or sister attending the school  

How and when to apply for a primary place

• You can apply between 1 September and 15 January if you would like your child to start school in the September after their 4th birthday.
• You can apply for a place online via https://www.eadmissions.org.uk or by contact the School or Local Authotity for a copy of the School Admissions Common Application Form (CAF)
• If you wish to request for an Admission Outside Normal Age Group, please see our admissions policy and relevant application appendix

Help with applying

• Visit us at the school or call us on 01621 770 854
• Click here to download Essex School Admissions Booklet, call 0345 603 2200 or email admissions@essex.gov.uk 
• Contact independent advice service Choice Advice on 0845 877 0031.

Oversubscription criteria

If the number of preferences for the school is more than the number of places available, places will be allocated according to the school’s admission criteria. For more information, view our school's Admissions Policy.

Admission arrangements for pupils with SEN or disabilities

Children with a statement of Special Educational Need that specifies the school as the placement school will be allocated a place through a separate procedure, in accordance with the Special Educational Needs Code of Practice.

Primary admissions for September 2026 intake

If your child was born between 1st September 2021 and 31st August 2022, they will be due to start Reception in September 2026. Even if your child currently attends a nursery attached to a school or has a sibling already at the school you must apply for a Reception place.  The closing date for the September 2026 intake is 15 January 2026.

Getting your results for a primary place application

• If you applied online by 15 January, you will be sent an email on 16 April with the outcome of your application on National Offer Day. 
• If you made a paper application, offer letters will be sent by first-class post on 16 April.
• Applications made after 15 January will not be responded to until after 16 April.  
• You must accept the school place offered through your online eAdmissions account by 30 April 2026. 
• You have until 18th May to appeal against an admission decision

Mid Year Admissions

Families moving into the area with primary age children who wish to attend Maple Grove Primary School should contact the school and a visit will be arranged to view the school and to discuss admission arrangements. 

An application can be made for a place for a child at any time outside the main admission round.  Applications should be made directly to the school using the online application form. A copy of the application form can also be obtained by contacting the school office. 
We will inform you of the outcome of your in-year application in writing within 15 school days.

Secondary admissions for September 2026 intake

If your child is currently in Year 6, they will be due to start secondary school in September 2026. You must still apply for a secondary place for your child even if they attend an all-through school or have an older sibling at your preferred school.

Appeals

If your application for a school place is unsuccessful, and you would like to make an appeal, please download our appeals form by clicking here.