At Thomas Barnes, we are committed to ensuring that we induct pupils through a carefully organised process making sure that pupils settle happily and make a good start.

If you have any queries regarding admissions, please get in touch by phone – 01827 213840. We would be happy to discuss this with you.

In order to apply for an in-year place at our school you will need to request an application form from your child's current school and then hand in to our office. You can contact school on the above number or email office@thomasbarnes.staffs.sch.uk

Reception Admissions September 2027

You can now apply for a place in our Reception cohort for September 2027 at Thomas Barnes Primary School. We are a half-form entry school and we have 15 places available for our Reception intake. 

Applications for Reception places are made directly to the Education Authority. 

You can apply online here

The national closing date for applications is (11:59pm) 15th January 2027. The national offer day for Reception admissions is 16th April 2027. 

Admission to primary and middle schools - Staffordshire County Council

In-Year Admissions

To find out how to change the school your child attends mid-year, please click on the link below:

In-year school admissions: Overview - Staffordshire County Council

In-year admissions forms can be accessed here:

Application forms for admission to school - Staffordshire County Council

You can also ask for a paper copy from your child's school.