For a West Berkshire school place, you usually need the main application form plus any extra forms that apply to your child’s situation. West Berkshire also asks families to read the relevant parent’s guide before applying.
| What you may need | When it applies | Where to do it |
|---|---|---|
| Online school application form | For a normal primary or secondary school application | Apply for a school place online |
| Parent’s guide / admissions guide | Before applying, to understand the process and oversubscription rules | Published admissions guide on the West Berkshire schools pages |
| Supplementary information / supplementary form | If a school uses extra oversubscription criteria | Primary: St Finian’s Catholic School, St Joseph’s Catholic School, St Paul’s Catholic School. Secondary: check the school’s own guidance |
| Request form to delay reception entry | If you want to delay your child’s entry to reception | request form |
| Request form for a year 7 place below normal age | If your child is already taught below their normal age range | request form |
| Separate in-year request form | If you are applying mid-way through a school year | request form |
If you’re applying for a school outside West Berkshire, you still use the application form for the local authority where you live. Also, some schools may ask for their own supplementary information, so it’s worth checking the school’s admissions pages before you submit.