Admissions
The admissions process can be quite daunting. If you are wondering if Petham Primary School is the right school for your child, the best way to find out is to come and visit us. We would love to meet you and would welcome the opportunity to show you around.
We hold a series of open mornings in the Autumn term but we are also really flexible if you are unable to make these dates. Please telephone the School Office on 01227 700260, or email office@petham.kent.sch.uk to make an appointment with our Head of School.
If ever you have any questions regarding admissions and you are unable to find the answer below or if you just need reassurance, please call us! We are always happy to help.
To gain further insight into our small village school, please take a look at our Facebook page. We also have a school prospectus available to download below.
September 2027 Admissions
Our school tours for September 2027 school starters are booking now. Join our Executive Headteacher and Head of School for a tour and to hear first-hand what makes our friendly village school so special.
Petham Primary School - Open Day Booking Form – Fill out form
We are also hosting a FREE Forest School session for Pre-school aged children on Monday 14th September. This will be an opportunity to experience our school in action! This session is booking now.
Petham Primary School: Forest School Session Booking Form – Fill out form
Admissions Policy
The Board of Trustees are the admissions authority for all schools within the Academy. For full details of our admissions policy criteria, please see our admissions policy below:
Admissions Policy for 2026-2027
OCMAT Admissions Policy Petham 2026 2027
Admissions Policy for 2027-2028
OCMAT Admissions Policy Petham 2027-2028
How to apply
Although we are part of a Multi Academy Trust, the Local Authority manage the admissions process on our behalf. Details on how to apply are in the Kent Guide to applying for a primary school in Kent
If you still have questions regarding admissions you can contact KCC Admissions team on 03000 41 21 21 or email kentonlineadmissions@kent.gov.uk
Admissions appeals
If you applied for a place a Petham but were not offered one, you have a right to appeal against the Local Authority’s decision. As well as appealing you can also add your name to the school held waiting list. by contacting the school office.
Accepting your school place
You will be notified by KCC in April prior to the September your child is due to start school. of your school offer. You should read the offer letter carefully and in particular adhere to dates for accepting/refusing an offer.
Once you have accepted your offer to Petham, both you and your child will be invited to visit the school during the summer terms for transition sessions and information meetings, both in school time and after school, to help integrate your child and ensure that their start to school life goes smoothly.
In year applications
If you are looking for a place in either Reception or years 1 to 6 for your child during the academic year you need to apply by completing an In Year Admission Form. Once completed please return it to the school office. You are also welcome to call us to find out if we have any school places and if necessary be added to our school held waiting list.
Transfer at 11
Children leaving Petham to move to Secondary education go to a variety of schools. In their final year at primary school pupils can, if parents wish, undertake the selection test for a Grammar school place (11 plus or Kent Test). Many of the secondary schools in our area have their own entrance tests or have specific criteria for admission, details of which can be obtained direct from the schools concerned. The schools also hold open days when your child is in year 5 giving you plenty of time to gather information before making your decisions.
