South Kilworth C of E Primary School is at the heart of a village community. It has a strong Christian ethos and links with both its local church and community.  Our Christian values of Thankfulness, Trust, Reverence, Hope, Endurance, Community and Service underpin everything we do.

Children normally start school in the year in which they turn five but mid-year applications from children moving to the area or from other schools will also be welcomed if we have space available to accommodate them. 

If you would like to arrange to visit the school before making an application please contact the school office on 01858 575307  or email office@ski.learnat.uk

First Time Applications 

Children are admitted to school in the September following their fourth birthday as part of the Foundation Stage of their education. A programme of induction is planned for Foundation Stage children and parents prior to starting school. This includes home visits, familiarisation visits and a Parents’ Evening. Places will be offered initially to children living in the school’s catchment area, South Kilworth. Priority will be given to children with siblings already at the school. After that, places will be made available to children living outside the catchment area. Parents have the right to appeal if their child is refused a place.

Children of statutory school age can be admitted at any time throughout the school year in accordance with the school’s admission arrangements.

Applications must be made via the Local Authority for the county in which you live. If you live in Leicestershire, this can be found here 

In accordance with LA guidelines children moving out of the catchment area after starting school will still be able to keep their place.

For more information on your child starting school please visit the Government website here

 

Mid-Term Admissions

For midterm transfers, please apply via the Learn Academies Trust admissions portal at apply.learnat.uk. The school no longer processes midterm admissions through the Local Authority. If you have any questions or require assistance with your application, please contact the school office.

We fully participate in the Local Authority's coordinated admissions scheme. As per the School Admissions Code, all admitting authorities must aim to inform parents of their decision within 10 school days, and it is mandatory that a decision is communicated within 15 school days.

First time admissions in September 2024 and mid-year admissions during the 2024-25 school year:

Learn-AT Admissions Policy 2024/25- Part 1

Learn-AT Admission Policy 2024/25 - Part 2 - South Kilworth Primary School

First time admissions in September 2025 and mid-year admissions during the 2025-26 school year:

Learn-AT Admissions Policy 2025/26 - Part 1

Learn-AT Admissions Policy 2025/26 - Part 2 - South Kilworth Primary School

First time admissions in September 2026 and mid-year admissions during the 2026-27 school year:

Learn-AT Admissions Policy 2026/27 - Part 1 (PDF)

Learn-AT Admissions Policy 2026/27 - Part 2 - South Kilworth CE Primary School

Appeals

The Leicester Diocesan Board of Education (DBE) are responsible for handling all appeals at Learn Academies Trust. They provide an independent, professional Schools Appeals Service dedicated to ensuring that all admission appeal hearings are heard fairly, equally and within the law. More details can be found on their website and the Appeal Service Dates for 2025-2026 can be found below.

Website: https://www.leicesterdbe.org/schools/admissions-and-appeals/
Email: officedbe@leicesterdbe.org
Post: Leicester Diocesan Board of Education, St. Martins House, 7 Peacock Lane, Leicester, LE1 5PZ