Reception Admissions
Reception Admissions September 2027
If your child's fifth birthday is between 1 September 2027 and 31 August 2028 you will need to apply for a Reception place for September 2027.
Anker Valley Primary Academy has an admission number of 30 for entry in Reception.
Applications are processed through the normal Staffordshire local authority system for co-ordinating school offers.
Further details can be found in our Anker Valley Admissions Policy and at www.staffordshire.gov.uk/admissions
Applications will open on Saturday 1st November, and will close on the Thursday 14th January 2027.
Offers will be made on National Offer day: Thursday 15th April 2027.
Stay & Play Days for Parents of Reception 2026
- Monday 29th June
- Tuesday 14th July
If the deadline is missed, you can make a late application by completing the paper application form. You can then either:
- email the form to admissions@staffordshire.gov.uk
- or print out the form and post it to:
School Admissions and Transport Service
Staffordshire County Council,
1 Staffordshire Place,
Stafford,
ST16 2DH