Admissions
Thaxted Primary School – Admissions Information
Overview
Thaxted Primary School is a foundation primary school located on Bardfield Road, Thaxted, Dunmow (Essex). The Governing Body is the admissions' authority, but Essex County Council handles Reception admissions, while the school manages in‑year applications.
1. How to Apply
Reception Admissions (starting school at age 4–5)
- Applications must be made through Essex County Council’s coordinated admissions system.
- The school directs parents to apply via the council website.
Admissions | Essex County Council
Where to apply:
Visit the Essex County Council Admissions page (linked from the school’s admissions page).
In‑Year Admissions (moving schools during the year)
- Managed directly by Thaxted Primary School.
- Parents should contact the school for availability and instructions.
2. Admissions Policy
Thaxted Primary School provides an Admissions Policy (2026–2027) on its website, accessible from the admissions page.
This policy outlines criteria such as:
- Oversubscription arrangements
- Priority groups
- Waiting list procedures
- Appeals information
(For exact criteria, download the policy from the link below)
3. School Capacity & Context
- School capacity: 266
- Current pupils: approx. 246–260
This means the school typically has some flexibility around admissions depending on the year group.