School Admissions
RECEPTION ADMISSIONS 2026
We have a small reception class (maximum of 15) and pride ourselves as family friendly, somewhere your child would thrive and develop.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call or email the school office to speak to Mrs Ash who is more than happy to help.
Phone number: 01782 394890
Email: stmatthew@stmatthewsacademyce.org.uk
Address: St Matthews Academy, Rough close, Lightwood Road, ST3 7NE
The deadline for reception place applications is 15th January 2026. Please make sure you apply on time to avoid disadvantage. The easiest way to do this is by completing online application form at the bottom of this page.
All on-time applicants will be notified of the school offered on 16th April 2026. Late applications will be dealt with after on-time applications resulting in confirmation of the school offered on 1 May at the earliest.
School Admissions Office:
Email: admissions@stoke.gov.uk
Anyone who pays their council tax to Stoke-on-Trent can use the application system to apply for a place for their child at a primary school in the city using the link below:
HELPFUL TOP TIPS:
how-to-help-your-child-be-ready-for-school.pdf
Online Application Form:
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