Admissions
ADMISSIONS AND TOURS FOR RECEPTION
SEPTEMBER 2025 ENTRY
(for children born between 1 September 2020 and 31 August 2021)
Applications are now open for September 2025 entry. Any family wishing to apply for a Reception place at Dunraven School must complete the Common Application Form (CAF) from your Local Authority. The deadline to submit this form is 15 January 2025.
If you are applying for an out-of-year group place, you must notify the school in writing by email to admissions@dunraven.det.org.uk. Please see the Admissions Policy below for more information.
The London Borough of Lambeth’s Admissions page is linked HERE
PRIMARY TOURS
We are incredibly proud of our school and all of our children, and we are excited to welcome new families as we open our doors to new admissions.
Choosing the right school for your child is a significant decision and we are delighted that you are considering Dunraven for your child who will be starting in September 2025.
We invite families to visit our school and experience first hand our learning environment. You will be able to see our school in action, learn about the enriching experiences and opportunities we provide for the children and ask any questions.
Tours last for approximately 45 minutes and run at 9.15am every Friday during term time.
Join us to discover why Dunraven is the perfect place for your child to grow and learn and thrive.
Please use the link below to secure your place.
We look forward to meeting you soon
Virtual Tour
Please click the link below for a virtual tour of our Primary site. Ms Christian, Head of Primary is waiting to welcome you to Dunraven School.
KEY DATES
Please note the following key dates in the application process for Reception 2025 entry:
September 2024: Prospectus and admissions information available from the school and the website and applications open
Wednesday 15 January 2025: Deadline for submission of the Common Application Form (CAF) to your home Local Authority
February 2025: Governors’ Admissions Committee review applications received under the Medical/Social Reasons criterion
Wednesday 16 April 2025: National Offer Day. Local Authorities will notify families of the offer of a school place.
For any questions, please contact the Admissions Office by email: admissions@dunraven.det.org.uk.
The Admissions Policy, Primary Brochure, Prospectus and Previous Offers Information are available using the links below:
Admissions Policy for 2025 Entry
In-Year Admissions
Applications for Current Reception - Year 6
Applications are now open for In-Year places for current Reception to Year 6 for the 2024-25 academic year.
The Application Form, Admissions Policy and Frequently Asked Questions are available using the links below.
Applications made in the 2023-24 academic year do not carry forward into the 2024-25 academic year. If you have applied previously and have not yet been offered a place, you will need to submit a new In-Year application form. For any questions, please contact the Admissions Office by email to admissions@dunraven.det.org.uk.
This form is NOT for Reception applications for 2025 entry. For Reception for 2025 entry, please see the relevant admissions section above.
In-Year Application Form for 2024-25
APPEALS
Appeals for In-Year applications should be lodged within 25 school days of the date of notification that the application was unsuccessful and will be heard within 30 school days of being lodged. Appeals lodged after the appropriate deadline will be heard as soon as is reasonably practicable.
You will receive notification of the date and time of your appeal hearing at least 10 school days before your appeal hearing. Any additional evidence you wish the panel to consider must be submitted at least 5 school days before your appeal hearing. The clerk will send the appeal papers to you and the panel at least 5 school days before your appeal hearing. You will receive written notification of the outcome of your appeal within 5 school days of your appeal hearing, wherever possible.
