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Foundation Stage

Admissions Criteria 2026-2027

Foundation Stage places are allocated by Milton Keynes Council (MKC).  We have allocated our published admissions number (see relevant admission criteria below) and accepted additional local children. If you are moving into our catchment area of Rickley Park, please click on the link below to enquire about applying for an in-year place at the school.

Foundation Stage Admissions September 2026

Places for the Reception cohort starting in September 2026 have been allocated by Milton Keynes Council.

Applying for a September 2027 Reception Place

https://www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/schools-and-lifelong-learning/school-admissions/starting-primary-or-juniormiddle-school-september

If your child was born between 1 September 2022 and 31 August 2023 they will be due to start school in September 2027.

You must apply online by the closing date (TBC January 2027).

We will be holding tours in the Autumn term in which you are able to visit us, please contact the school office to book a place on a tour.

In-Year Admissions

Consideration for 'in-year admission' applications is for any child already in school and looking to move to Rickley Park Primary School.  For 'in year admissions' please contact our admissions officer, Mrs Gibbons, who manages our admissions and waiting list.

All applications for both School and Nursery places must be submitted via our office email address office@rickleypark.co.uk


Admission Arrangements

Rickley Park Admissions Policy 2026-27

Rickley Park Admissions Policy 2027-28

Rickley Park Application Form


 

Admissions appeals for Foundation Stage places in September 2026

  • Following National Offer Day on, 16th April 2026, if you named Rickley Park Primary School as one of your preferences and were unsuccessful, you have a right to appeal against the decision to an independent appeal panel.
  • Please email office@rickleypark.co.uk to request an appeal form.