School places

How to apply for a primary and secondary school place in Suffolk, and how to complete an in-year application to move to another school.
Move to a different school (in-year applications 2026/2027)
Find out what you need to know before, during and after applying for your child to move to a different school during the 2026/2027 school year.
School catchment areas
Use our school catchment area lists to find out if your address has a catchment area school.
Education admission appeals and permanent exclusion reviews
Who to contact if you've been refused a place at the preferred school for your child and about Permanent Exclusion Reviews.
Admissions to schools in Suffolk for the 2027/2028 school year
What you need to know about applying for a school place for the 2027/2028 school year.