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When to apply to apply for a reception place in a primary school

Closing dates for applications, dates that late applications can be received and reasons for still applying for a school place even if the deadline had passed.

The closing date for parents to apply for a school place for their child has now passed. However, you can still apply for a school place for your child.

For late applications received up to 23 April 2026, decisions will be sent to parents on 4 June 2026.

For late applications received up to 21 May 2026, decisions will be sent to parents on 14 July 2026.

Applications received after 21 May 2026 will be processed in due course and the Admissions Team will aim to advise parents in writing of the outcome before September 2026.

You must apply for a school place even if:

  • you've already made an earlier application direct to the school
  • your preferred school is not in Luton
  • your preferred school is a faith school, a foundation school, an academy or a free school
  • your child is attending a pre-school or early years class attached to your preferred school

If you apply late, your chances of getting a preferred school are much more limited.