If your child was born between 1 September 2021 and 31 August 2022, you will need to apply for a reception class place for the school year beginning September 2026.
For further information please visit: A guide to Primary Education in Barnet 2026
For further information on applying for an Enfield primary school: Applying for a primary school in Enfield
Monday 1 September 2025 – eadmissions website is open for applications: https://www.eadmissions.org.uk/
Guidance on using eadmissions: Eadmissions Guidance Notes 2026
Thursday 15 January 2026 – CLOSING DATE for applications
Thursday 12 February 2026 – Deadline for late applications and changes to on-time applications, with good reason
Thursday 16 April 2026 – National Offer Day – Email offer of school place
Thursday 30 April 2026 – Offer acceptance deadline
If you are considering delaying your child’s admission to a Barnet school, you must still apply for a place in their normal year group.
Read about deferred entry to reception for more information on the options available to you.