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Our Admissions

If your child is already at school age

If your child is not currently on roll at a Medway school you need to complete an in-year admissions application.

If you would like a transfer from one Medway school to another for educational or other reasons, please contact our school office for further details. You can also contact Medway School Admissions, who can advise you about school vacancies and provide the appropriate transfer form.

To apply for an in-year school place visit https://www.medway.gov.uk/downloads/file/5512/in-year_admissions_application_form

"I have been very impressed with the class teachers and staff at Barnsole. They are quick to provide support and information when it is needed. They treat the children as valuable individuals who each have different things to contribute."

 

 

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  • Admission Criteria

    Our current Admissions Policies can be found on the Maritime Academy Trust website:  Admissions Policies

    Please note that there is a local agreement between Medway Admissions and Barnsole which has meant we have been capped at offering places for a maximum of 60 pupils in Reception for the academic year 2025-2026.

  • Local Authority Details

    Medway Council, Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham ME4 4TR

    Telephone: 01634 306000

     

  • Admissions Appeals Timetable for Admissions in September 2025/26

    If your child is due to start primary school in September 2026, the deadline for submitting an appeal is Thursday 14th May 2026 for offers made on 16th April.  

    For applications made in the normal admission round, appeals must be heard within 40 school days of the deadline for lodging appeals. 

    For late applications, appeals should be heard within 40 school days from the deadline for lodging appeals where possible, or within 30 school days of the appeals being lodged.

    If you wish to lodge an appeal, more information can be found on their website via Medway Appeals.  

    Or by contacting Medway Council:   admissions@medway.gov.uk  Phone: 01634 333 333. Write to: School services, Medway Council, Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, ME4 4TR

    FAQs for Primary School Appeals

     

  • Nursery

    For 3 year old children in the Gillingham area, we have created a highly supportive nursery environment which encourages your child to play and have fun, developing a love of learning under the guidance of a qualified teacher.

    We only offer 15 hour places Monday to Friday. These can be taken as 5 morning sessions from 8:40am to 11:40am, or 5 afternoon sessions from 12:20pm to 3:20pm.

    Nursery Brochure

     

  • Reception

    Children born between 1st September 2022 and 31st August 2023 will be eligible for a Reception place in September 2027.

    For a Reception tour, please click below.

    Book Reception Tour Here

    Reception Tour Dates:

    Tuesday 22nd Sept (9:00am to 10:00am)
    Monday 28th Sept (9:00am to 10:00am)
    Thursday 1st Oct (9:00am to 10:00am)
    Wednesday 7th Oct (1:30pm to 2:30pm)
    Thursday 15th Oct (9:00am to 10:00am)
    Friday 6th Nov (9:00am to 10:00am)
    Tuesday 10th Nov (9:00am to 10:00am)
    Thursday 19th Nov (3:30pm to 4:30pm)
    Wednesday 25th Nov (1:30pm to 2:30pm)
    Tuesday 1st Dec (9:00am to 10:00am)
    Friday 11th Dec (9:00am to 10:00am)

    Barnsole follows the Maritime policy for school admissions. To apply for a Reception school place, please click here.

     

 

"My child is really enjoying his time in Reception and I am happy with the progress he is making."