At Far Forest we are delight to welcome parents, children and families to visit our school and view what we have to offer. Please contact the main school office on 01299 266316 or via email on office@far.saet.co.uk to book an appointment to show you around. Choosing the right school is so important so at this time we are here to help make that choice easier. All our staff and pupils look forward to showing you Far Forest has to offer!
The Published Admissions Number (PAN) for Reception at Far Forest Lea Memorial CE Primary School in Worcestershire is 20.
If you have visited our school and would like to join Far Forest, please follow the instructions below about the admissions process.
How to apply
- Apply online here
- You will need an email address
- You will be sent an email to acknowledge receipt of your submitted application
- If you do not have access to the internet, you can get online at any Worcestershire library
- Training on "How to get online" is available free to all Worcestershire Library members
- Or telephone School Admissions on 01905 822700 if you need assistance
Admissions Policies
[This policy is currently under consultation]
If you live in Worcestershire
2025 Start
If you live in Worcestershire and your child is due to start school in Reception during the school year 2025/2026, then you must apply through the Local Authority Admissions Team for your child / children’s school place – the opening date for applications are 1st September 2024.
2026 Start
If you live in Worcestershire and your child is due to start school in Reception during the school year 2026/2027, then you must apply through the Local Authority Admissions Team for your child / children’s school place – the opening date for applications are 1st September 2025.
Mid Year Transfer
Mid Year Transfer if you wish your child / children to join Far Forest during the school year you should first ring the school to see if we have any space in your child's year group. You can then download the required CA1 application form here.
If you live outside of Worcestershire
If you wish to apply for a place at any Worcestershire school, you must complete an application provided by your "home" LA. (The "home" LA is defined as the Local Authority relevant to the child's home address). The "home" LA will ensure that the application details are passed onto Worcestershire LA for consideration in the allocation of school places.
If you are not resident in Worcestershire, then you should obtain admission details from your home LA, even if your preferences include schools within Worcestershire.
The 2025-26 Admissions and Transfers to Schools Information for Parents Book and the Starting School parental guide, Transfer to Middle School and Transfer to Secondary School parental guides will be available on the website.
Starting School
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