Devon School Admissions Service

15/10/2026

🚨 16 Days Left to Apply for a Secondary School Place! 🚨

If your child is currently in Year 6 and lives in Devon (excluding Plymouth and Torbay), there are now just 16 days remaining to apply for a secondary school place for September 2027.

✅ You can include up to 3 school preferences on your application.
✅ Apply online via the Citizens Portal:
https://oneonline.devon.gov.uk/CCSCitizenPortal_LIVE/en

📅 Deadline: Midnight on 31 October 2026

⚠️ Applications received after the deadline will be considered after all on-time applications. Applying on time gives your child the best chance of securing a place at one of your preferred schools.

📖 Need help applying? Our admissions guidance and step-by-step booklet can be found here:
https://www.devon.gov.uk/children-families-education/education/school-admissions/apply-for-a-secondary-school-place/

⏳ Don't leave it until the last minute. Submit your application today and make sure your preferences can be fully considered.

Apply for your child to start in year 7 at secondary school, year 10 at a studio school or UTC or a middle or high school

09/10/2026

📢 Reception Admissions 2027 – Don’t Miss Out!

A quick reminder for parents and carers of children due to start Reception in September 2027.

Have you signed up for a reminder yet?

Devon County Council no longer sends application invitation letters, so it's important to make sure you don't miss the application window.

📅 Applications open: 15 November 2026
📅 Applications close: 15 January 2027

To help, you can register to receive an email or text reminder when the application system opens.

👉 Register here:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=gzehjWjLP0S7S5l_d_1b-9FqbSDPpfRHqy9SmDYJC4dUM1M5TDZJWDM2RDRaMkxBWEZSUFlEWkc5US4u&route=shorturl

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with family, friends, nurseries, pre-schools and childminders who may have children starting school in September 2027.

✅ Register early
✅ Receive a reminder
✅ Don't miss the application deadline

06/10/2026

📢 Less Than One Month to Go - Secondary School Application Deadline Approaching!

If your child is currently in Year 6 and lives in Devon (excluding Plymouth and Torbay), there's now less than one month left to apply for their secondary school place for September 2027.

✅ You can include up to 3 school preferences on your application.

🖥️ Apply online via the Citizens Portal: https://oneonline.devon.gov.uk/CCSCitizenPortal_LIVE/en

📅 Deadline: Midnight on 31 October 2026

🏫 Many secondary schools are still holding Open Evenings and Open Days, so there is still time to visit schools, meet staff and help decide which school is the best fit for your child. Check individual school websites for details.

⚠️ Applications received after the deadline are considered after all on-time applications. Applying on time gives your child the best chance of securing a place at one of your preferred schools.

📖 Need help applying? Our admissions guidance and step-by-step booklet can be found here: https://www.devon.gov.uk/children-families-education/education/school-admissions/apply-for-a-secondary-school-place/

Don't leave it until the last minute. Submit your application today and make sure your preferences are considered.

Apply for your child to start in year 7 at secondary school, year 10 at a studio school or UTC or a middle or high school

18/09/2026

📢 Reminder for Parents and Carers of Children Starting School in September 2027

Have you registered for a Reception Admissions reminder yet?

As a reminder, Devon County Council no longer send invitation letters to parents and carers when it's time to apply for a Reception place.

🗓️ Applications open: 15 November 2026
🗓️ Applications close: 15 January 2027

If your child is due to start Reception in September 2027, you can register now to receive an email or text reminder when the application system opens.

✅ Register here:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=gzehjWjLP0S7S5l_d_1b-9FqbSDPpfRHqy9SmDYJC4dUM1M5TDZJWDM2RDRaMkxBWEZSUFlEWkc5US4u&route=shorturl

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with family, friends, nurseries, pre-schools and childminders who may have children due to start school in September 2027.

17/09/2026

Reminder: Secondary School Applications for September 2027 Are Open!

If your child is currently in Year 6 and lives in Devon (excluding Plymouth and Torbay), now is the time to apply for their secondary school place.

✅ You can list up to 3 school preferences on your application.

🖥️ Apply online via the Citizens Portal: https://oneonline.devon.gov.uk/CCSCitizenPortal_LIVE/en

📅 Deadline: Midnight on 31 October 2026

🏫 Thinking about which school is right for your child?

Many secondary schools will be holding Open Evenings and Open Days over the coming weeks, giving families the opportunity to visit schools, meet staff, and find out more about what each school can offer.

🔎 We recommend checking individual school websites for details of upcoming events, booking arrangements, and visit dates.

⚠️ Applications submitted after the deadline will be considered after all on-time applications. If your preferred schools are full, your child may be allocated a place at a school further from home, and any associated transport arrangements would be your responsibility. Applying on time gives your child the best chance of securing a preferred school.

📖 Need help with your application?

Our admissions guidance and step-by-step booklet are available here: https://www.devon.gov.uk/children-families-education/education/school-admissions/apply-for-a-secondary-school-place/

⭐ Don't miss the deadline and take advantage of local school open evenings to help you make an informed choice for your child's secondary education journey.

The Citizens Portal allows parents/carers of children, to make applications for school places (including in-year admissions), two year old funding and free school meals.

01/09/2026

📚 Secondary School Admissions for September 2027 Are Now Open!

Devon residents only (excluding Plymouth and Torbay): If your child is starting Year 6 this term, you can now apply for their secondary school place through Devon County Council.

✅ You can express a preference for up to 3 schools.

Apply online via our Citizens Portal:
🔗 https://oneonline.devon.gov.uk/CCSCitizenPortal_LIVE/en

⏰ Deadline: Midnight on 31 October 2026

Late applications will be considered after all on-time submissions. If your preferred school is full, you may be offered a place at a school further from home, and any transport arrangements would be your responsibility. To give your child the best chance of securing a preferred school, please apply on time.

Need help?

Our step-by-step booklet and full admissions guidance can be found here:
🔗 https://www.devon.gov.uk/children-families-education/education/school-admissions/apply-for-a-secondary-school-place/

🎓 Let's make sure your child gets the best possible start to their secondary school journey!

25/08/2026

📢 Secondary School Applications 2027 - A Quick Reminder for Parents and Carers 📢

Is your child due to start secondary school in September 2027?

The application window opens very soon:

✅ Applications open: 1 September 2026
✅ Applications close: 31 October 2026

⚠️ Don't wait for a reminder letter. Local Authorities will no longer be sending invitation letters to parents and carers before the application process opens.

To avoid missing this important deadline, you can sign up now to receive an email or text reminder when applications go live on 1 September.

📱 Register for a reminder today and be ready to apply as soon as the system opens.

🔗 Find out more and sign up here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=gzehjWjLP0S7S5l_d_1b-9FqbSDPpfRHqy9SmDYJC4dUNjRBQjNCUTYzMkpUQ09MTUU2OVo4QjI4Ni4u&route=shorturl&fbclid=IwY2xjawT6V31wZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7LUALWRdi4y__jOK3yyTWna-ub3BpsUVcwTO7Deffs7wFbvtRvQE7taEvcaQ_aem_z97RQzgQx1ZcoeRhpUvYMQ

17/08/2026

Parents and Carers of Pre-School Children – Don't Miss This Important Date!

Applications for children starting Reception in September 2027 will open on the 15th November 2026 and close on the 15th January 2027.

📢 Important: The Local Authority will no longer send invitation letters to parents and carers reminding them to apply.

If your child is due to start school in Reception in September 2027, you can register now to receive an email or text reminder when the application system goes live on the 15th November 2026.

✅ Register today to make sure you don't miss the application window.

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=gzehjWjLP0S7S5l_d_1b-9FqbSDPpfRHqy9SmDYJC4dUM1M5TDZJWDM2RDRaMkxBWEZSUFlEWkc5US4u&route=shorturl

04/08/2026

📢 Reminder for Parents and Carers-

If your child will be starting Year 7 in September 2027, don't forget that the secondary school application process opens next month.

🗓️ Applications open: 1 September 2026
🗓️ Applications close: 31 October 2026

⚠️ Important: Local Authorities will no longer send reminder letters inviting parents and carers to apply.

To make sure you don't miss the application window, you can register now to receive an email or text reminder when the admissions system goes live on 1 September 2026.

✅ Register today and stay one step ahead.

🔗 Find out more and register for reminders here:

28/07/2026

📢 Citizens Portal Maintenance Notice:

Dear Parents and Carers,

Please be aware that the Citizens Portal is currently unavailable due to planned maintenance as we prepare the system for the 2026/27 academic year.

As a result, In-Year Applications cannot be submitted during this period.

The portal is expected to be available again from Monday 3 August, when applications can once again be submitted online.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your patience and understanding while we complete these important updates.

Thank you,
School Admissions Team