Mainstream School Applications (Primary and Secondary)
Which Year Group Can My Child Apply For?
Once a child reaches school age, their date of birth determines the year group they are eligible to attend.
To find the correct stage, look at the age your child will reach between 1 March and the end of the following February that includes the August start date of the school year you are applying for.
Primary School
Birthday Reached | Year Group |
|---|---|
5th birthday | P1 |
6th birthday | P2 |
7th birthday | P3 |
8th birthday | P4 |
9th birthday | P5 |
10th birthday | P6 |
11th birthday | P7 |
Secondary School
Birthday Reached | Year Group |
|---|---|
12th birthday | S1 |
13th birthday | S2 |
14th birthday | S3 |
15th birthday | S4 |
16th birthday | S5 |
17th birthday | S6 |