School places outside of West Sussex

How to apply for a school place outside of West Sussex.

Starting school (reception), junior and secondary transfer places

If you live in West Sussex and want to apply for a school in England, you must apply through West Sussex County Council.

We will send your application to the relevant local authority and tell you the outcome.

How to make an online application

If you want to include a school (or schools) outside West Sussex in your application, you must select the correct local authority to see the list of its schools. If you cannot find the school you want to select, contact the Pupil Admissions Team.

If you are applying for schools outside of West Sussex because you are moving house, you should contact the relevant local authority. They can tell you when they will need proof of your move and how they will decide priorities for applications.

Apply for:

Moving school during the school year

To apply for a place in an existing year group at a school outside West Sussex, contact the relevant local authority.

 
Last updated:
21 October 2026
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