Admission into Reception

Full time places in Reception classes are available in September of the academic year within which the child becomes five years old. Although parents have the right to express a preference for Violet Way Academy, there is no guarantee of a place being offered. Admissions into Reception are managed by Staffordshire Local Authority. In some cases there may be more applications than there are places available. Admission when oversubscribed is determined by the oversubscription criteria detailed in the Admissions policy. 

You can make an application online for schools at the normal age of entry via the Staffordshire Admissions website: Admission to primary and middle schools - Staffordshire County Council. 

Non-Staffordshire parents should apply through their Home Local Authority.

Welcome to Violet Way Academy

A very warm welcome to Violet Way Academy. On this page we share information about how to apply for a Reception place for September 2025.

Application for Reception Class 2025 – if your child's fifth birthday is between 1 September 2025 and 31 August 2026 you can apply for a reception place for September 2025 from 1st November 2024. All application forms and any supplementary forms must be received by Staffordshire Admissions by 15 January 2024. All application forms should be completed via the Staffordshire Admissions website: Application forms for admission to school - Staffordshire County Council

You can arrange a tour of our school with the Headteacher on the following dates by calling the office or emailing office@violetway.org 

• Wednesday 6th November at 4pm
• Wednesday 13th November at 10am or 4pm

Further information about our EYFS Reception provision can be found by clicking on this link. 

Please note: Children attending Violet Way nursery do not automatically gain admittance into Reception at Violet Way Academy and you must apply for a place via the Staffordshire Admissions website.