Thank you for your interest in joining our school

We understand that choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you will make. Every family wants a place where their child will feel safe, supported, and inspired - and we are committed to helping you feel confident and informed throughout the admissions process. 

This step-by-step guide is designed to walk you through each stage, from your first enquiry to staying connected with our school community. If you need any support, at any point, please know that we are here to help.

If you're beginning to explore Hillsborough Primary School, we'd love to hear from you.

You can get in touch with us at any time to ask questions about school places, the admissions process, school life, or anything else on your mind.

No question is too small - we're here to help. Reach out via our contact page 

We warmly welcome visits throughout the year. Seeing the school in person is often the best way to find our whether it feels right for your child. You'll be able to look around, meet staff, and get a real sense of our community.

Just contact us and we'll arrange a visit at a time that works for you. 

Reception applications open in the Autumn term, usually around mid-September. The deadline to apply is 15th January each year. 

Applying before this date ensures your application is included in the main allocation round.

All applications for Wisewood Primary School are made through Sheffield City Council. The process is straightforward, and you can apply online through the Sheffield Council website, or contact their admissions team if you'd prefer support.

Their website also has helpful guides for parents about choosing and applying for a school place.

If more families apply then we have places available, Sheffield City Council uses their official criteria to decide on how places are allocated. 

We understand how important this decision is, and we want to assure you that the process is fair and follows national guidance.

If you'd like more detail about admissions , you can read our full policy here. This includes everything you might need in one place.

To see what's happening at Hillsborough and keep up to date with events, news, and celebrations of our children's work, follow us on our social media channels. It's a lovely way to get a feel for our school community.

Once a place has been offered you will be invited to an introductory visit at the school. Your child will also be offered a home visit so that we can get to know them better. 

Admissions FAQ's

You should apply through the admissions process described above, unless your child has an Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plan. All children whose EHC plan names the school will be admitted before any other places are allocated. 

Hillsborough Primary School will ensure it meets its duties under the Schools Admissions Code of Practice by: 

  • Not refusing admission for a child that has named the school in their EHC plan. 
  • Adopting fair practices and arrangements in accordance with the School Admission Code for the admission of children without an EHC plan. 
  • Considering applications from parents of children who have SEND but do not have an EHC plan. 
  • Not refusing admission for a child who has SEND but does not have an EHC plan because the school does not feel able to cater for those needs. 
  • Not refusing admission for a child on the grounds that they do not have an EHC plan.

If your child is already on roll at a school in Sheffield and you want to transfer to another Sheffield School, you must obtain a Common Transfer Form from their current school. 

Please visit Sheffield City Council website for more details

Attendance at our Nursery does not guarantee admission to the school and a place in Reception must be applied for.