Admissions

If you're beginning to explore Southey Green Nursery and Primary School, we'd love to hear from you.

You can get in touch with us at any time to ask questions about school places, the admissions process, school life, or anything else on your mind.

No question is too small - we're here to help. Reach out via our contact page 

We warmly welcome visits throughout the year. Seeing the school in person is often the best way to find our whether it feels right for your child. You'll be able to look around, meet staff, and get a real sense of our community.

Just contact us and we'll arrange a visit at a time that works for you. 

Reception applications open in the Autumn term, usually around mid-September. The deadline to apply is 15th January each year. 

Applying before this date ensures your application is included in the main allocation round.

All applications for Southey Green Primary School and Nursery are made through Sheffield City Council. The process is straightforward, and you can apply online through the Sheffield Council website, or contact their admissions team if you'd prefer support.

Their website also has helpful guides for parents about choosing and applying for a school place.

What if my child has Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?

You should still apply through the usual admissions process - unless they have an Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plan. 

If Wisewood is named in your child's EHC plan, they will be offered a place. 

We are an inclusive school and are committed to meeting the needs of every child. 

What if I want to move my child from another school?

If your child is already attending another school, and you'd like them to move to Southey Green, you can apply for an in-year transfer through Sheffield Council.

Families choose to move schools for many reasons, and we're here to support you through the process.

If more families apply then we have places available, Sheffield City Council uses their official criteria to decide on how places are allocated. 

We understand how important this decision is, and we want to assure you that the process is fair and follows national guidance.

If you'd like more detail about admissions , you can read our full policy here. This includes everything you might need in one place.

To see what's happening at Southey Green and keep up to date with events, news, and celebrations of our children's work, follow us on our social media channels. It's a lovely way to get a feel for our school community.

Once a place has been offered you will be invited to an introductory visit at the school. Your child will also be offered a home visit so that we can get to know them better. 

We're here to support you every step of the way. Contact us with any questions you have.

You can also read our full admissions policy here - this includes everything you might need in one place.

Children start in Reception classes each September. We work closely with families and early years settings to ensure every child feels confident and supported as they make the transition to school.

Before your child starts school, we offer:

• Opportunities to visit the school and meet the Reception team
• Time spent with your child in their current nursery or early years setting, helping staff get to know their interests, strengths and achievements
• Home visits for families who are new to the school, where appropriate
• Introductory visits once a place has been offered
• Dedicated transition days, allowing children to experience school life in a calm and supportive way

At Southey Green, we aim to provide a happy, secure environment where every child can settle quickly, feel valued, and enjoy learning through play. Our carefully planned Foundation Stage curriculum builds on what children already know and can do, supporting their social, emotional, physical and intellectual development and helping them grow in confidence as independent learners.

Children move into Year 1 in the September following their time in Reception and continue to progress through the year groups each September until transferring to secondary school at the end of Year 6.

Joining our school

• Parents are very welcome to visit the school before applying for a place
• Visits can be arranged by phoning the school office to make an appointment

Starting at our school

When your child starts school with us (including transfer from Nursery), you will be invited to attend a pre‑admissions meeting. At this meeting you will:

• Complete an admission form
• Receive important information about the school
• Have the opportunity to ask any questions

Please bring your child’s birth certificate or passport and your completed admission form with you.