Know the options for your child’s Pre– or Primary School place

About Primary School Places

for Pre– and Primary School parents planning the future

This information will help you search for, choose, secure and maximise your child’s Primary School place →

FAQs

Answers to the frequently asked questions about Pre– and Primary School

Types of School

Know the types of Pre– & Primary School place available to your child(ren)

How to Apply

Check the application process for state-funded and independent schools in your region

Primary Years Curriculum

Know about the Primary curriculum in your region

Primary Study Resources

10/10 Primary study resources providers to try at home

Know the timeline for Primary School applications in your region

Recommended resources for those thinking about sitting the 11+ entrance exam

Where to source reviews and how to search for Primary Schools

Read the basics about statutory exams (inc. SATs) & entrance exams

Glossary

Use our glossary of terms to know exactly what everything means

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Primary Learning Resources

to help Primary Years parents & students maximise their Primary School place

Follow these links to some brilliant resources for extended Primary study and 11+ preparation →

11+ Past Paper Database

to help with that part of Eleven-Plus exam practise

Here’s a priceless link to a comprehensive FREE database of links to past papers for 11+ entrance exams in your region →

Beyond Primary

for parents & students thinking beyond their Primary School place

Follow these links to some renowned organisations if you’re looking for something different when your child graduates their place at Primary School →

The Girl Guides welcome students from 10–14 years

The Scouts welcome students from 10.5 years

The Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme welcomes students from 14+ years

The Combined Cadet Force welcomes students from Year 8 or 9