If you are interested in finding out about Ferring CE Primary School for your child who is already of statutory school age, then we warmly welcome you to visit the school and see how we bring our vision and values to life.

Please contact our Office Administrator Mrs Rachael Greenwood on 01903 243945 or office@ferring.w-sussex.sch.uk to discuss your individual circumstances and arrange a tour of the school.

If you wish to proceed with applying for a school place during the school year, the Local Authority In-Year application form must be completed and submitted in accordance with this authority’s published procedure. This is available to download from the Local Authority or you can complete it online through the West Sussex Schools website:

https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/education-children-and-families/schools-and-colleges/school-places/apply/moving-school/

When you can apply

You can apply at any time of the year.

Admissions process applications within 10 school days. After we offer a school place, the pupil should join the school within 10 school days from the date on the offer letter. We recommend parents apply about 4 weeks (20 school days) before they want their child to start at the new school.

Applications for the start of the 2027 to 2028 academic year cannot be made until late May 2027. These applications will then be processed and any place offered will be held until the child can start the new school in September 2027.

Be aware that there is no guarantee that a place will be available at your preferred school.

You do not need to apply for an in-year admission if your child is:

• starting reception class in September - https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/education-children-and-families/schools-and-colleges/school-places/apply/starting-school-places/ 

Before you apply make sure that you read the admissions policy.