You can apply online through Newham’s eAdmissions service. The exact route depends on the type of school place you need, and Newham asks you to register first, create a password, and then submit the relevant application form.
| School place type | How to apply | Key points |
|---|---|---|
| Reception place for September 2026 | Apply online via eAdmissions | Newham parents/carers apply through their home borough. The closing date is 15 January 2026. |
| Year 7 / secondary place for September 2026 | Apply online via eAdmissions | Newham parents/carers apply through their home borough. The closing date is 31 October 2025. |
| In-year school place | Submit the in-year common application form | Use this if the school year has already started. If you’ve already applied this term and want to change your application, use the Change my in-year school application form. |
Newham also says to upload any relevant documents to your eAdmissions account, but supplementary information forms must be sent directly to the schools or local authorities that ask for them. If you’re applying in-year and run into problems, Newham gives this contact: SchoolAdmissions@newham.gov.uk or 020 8430 2000.