Admissions
Consultation on the admissions policy for Beeston Fields Flying High Academy
Welcome to our Admissions page, we are so pleased you are looking to join us.
On this page there is lots of information and guidance about the application process. Moving or starting school is often exciting but can be a daunting process for both children and parents, we will work with you to make the process as smooth and happy as possible. Our office team is very knowledgeable about the admission process so if there is a question you cannot find the answer to here please do call us.
We welcome visits throughout the year. We like to arrange individual visits as well as our planned open mornings. Visits offer parents a one to one conversation with a member of SLT as well as the opportunity to see our active, happy school during the day. Please contact the school office on 0115 8440100 to book.
Applying for a school place
Admissions to the school are processed by the Local Authority as part of the Nottinghamshire and Nottingham City Coordinated Admissions Scheme. You will find guidance about application dates and access to online application forms for primary school places on the links above. Applications can also be to the Council via post or over the phone.
The Published Admissions Number (PAN) for the school is 50 pupils for Foundation 2 stage (Reception)
For admissions for September 25/26
The application round opens on 4th November 2024 and closes on 15th January 2025. The offer date for the September 2025 intake is 16th April 2025 (National Offer Day)
Admissions arrangements and oversubscription criteria
Admissions for 2024/25
If you would like to make an in-year admission to move or change schools, please contact the Local Authority for the area in which you live at any point in the year on the link above or on 0300 500 8080.
Appeals
If your child has been refused a place and you would like to appeal against the decision, please see below further information.
2025/26 application round
If your appeal is for a child transferring to a junior school or starting an infant or primary school in September 2025 and you are told of the decision on 16th April 2025 (National Offer Day) that a place has not been allocated you should submit your appeal by 20th May 2025. If you are told of an infant, junior or primary decision after 16th April 2025 you should submit your appeal within 28 days of being told that your application was unsuccessful.
In-year admissions only 2024/25
If your appeal relates to an in-year admission, you should submit your appeal within 28 days of being told that your application was unsuccessful.
How to appeal
If you have received a letter of rejection, you can appeal the decision. Please complete the appeal form below and send to info@flyinghightrust.co.uk Once submitted it will be forwarded to an Independent Clerk who will arrange for the hearing to take place within the mandatory guidelines
Appeals Timetable 2024/25:
National offer day – 16th April. Appeals to be made within 28 days and all appeals will be heard within 40 days during June and July.
Appeal Form – see separate document
Nursery
3-4 year olds are welcome at our nursery which runs sessions in the morning and afternoon. To apply for a place please contact the school office.