We are now accepting applications for Reception places for September 2026 at St. Sebastian’s Catholic Primary School.

Starting school is an exciting milestone... your child’s first step into education and an important decision for families. Here at St Sebastian's, we are committed to making this transition positive, happy and inspiring. We welcome children of all backgrounds and are proud to offer a nurturing, inclusive environment where every child can thrive. Our dedicated staff work tirelessly to provide a stimulating and supportive start to your child’s learning journey.

Please see below for more information about the admissions process, key dates and how to apply.

How to Apply

Please visit Liverpool City Council - School Admissions  where all the necessary information is posted and links to apply are located.

Please ensure that you have completed the online preference form AND returned any supplementary paper forms (where applicable) directly to your preferred schools by the closing date.

Catholic Faith Criteria
For applications to be considered uner the Catholic Faith criteria, there is a requirement for baptism to have taken place by this date also. We strongly advise families to take prompt action if you wish for your child to be baptised by contacting your parish office. 

Supplementary Faith Request Form

In addition to applying via Liverpool City Council, if you wish to apply for a place at St Sebastian's, we ask that you also complete a Supplementary Faith Request Form (please see section below) which is to be returned to school via email to sebastians-s1@st-sebastians.liverpool.sch.uk or via post to:

St Sebastian's Catholic Primary School & Nursery

FAO: Mrs N Von Bargen (Admissions)

Holly Road, Fairfield, Kensington

Liverpool

L7 0LH

In order to ensure your application is ranked correctly, the supplementary faith form (including details of your child's baptism) must be returned to school by 15th January 2026. 

For those children baptised in St Sebastian’s or St Oswald's church, you should state the approximate date of baptism and parish records will be checked. If your child was baptised in another parish, we require a copy of the baptism certificate.

Admissions Support

Should you have any questions or require additional support completing applications, please contact the school office on 0151 260 9697 or via the above email.

How to Apply

Please visit Liverpool City Council - School Admissions  where all the necessary information is posted and links to apply are located.

Please ensure that you have completed the online preference form AND returned any supplementary paper forms (where applicable) directly to your preferred schools by the closing date.

Admissions Support

Should you have any questions or require additional support completing applications, please contact the school office on 0151 260 9697 or via the above email.

An in-year transfer is when a child moves from one school to another during the academic year because:

• you move house, either within or into Liverpool.
• you want your child to change schools for other reasons.

How to Apply

Please visit Liverpool City Council - School Admissions  where all the necessary information is posted and links to apply are located.

Transferring from one Liverpool school to another Liverpool school

If you wish to move your child from one Liverpool school to another Liverpool school please speak to your child's current school. They will liaise with the school you are hoping to transfer your child to.

New to the city or transferring from another local authority school or independent school

If you are moving to Liverpool or you want to move your child to a Liverpool school from another local authority or independent (private) school, you will need to apply via Liverpool City Council Admission Page.

You should also follow this process if you have elected to home educate but you now want your child to attend a Liverpool school. You will need a Citizen Portal account to apply.

How long will it take?

In accordance with the School Admissions Code, processing time for an application should be no longer than 15 school days. Liverpool City Council are unable to fully process transfer requests during school holiday times due to schools being closed during these periods of time. 

Applications are followed up on a weekly basis where schools do not respond to the local authority within the published time frame.

Liverpool Archdiocese facilitate the appeals process on behalf of Catholic schools.

Appeals for normal year of entry (Reception and Year 7) are arranged each year generally according to the following timetable. The dates may vary depending on whether the offer date falls on a weekend and may also differ slightly from those given by each of the Local Authorities:

• Secondary Offer date (Y7 - September 2026): 2nd March 2026
• Primary Offer date (Reception - September 2026): 16 April 2026
• Appeals to be lodged by: TBC
• Appeals to be held: TBC

Appeals will be heard as soon as reasonably practicable following the appeal deadline.

Further information for organising and hearing admission appeals can be located on the Archdiocese of Liverpool website:  Archdiocese of Liverpool Admissions & Appeals

We understand that completing school admissions forms can sometimes be challenging. If you are a parent or carer who needs assistance or has any questions about the process, we are happy to help. Please contact the school office (0151 260 9697) to arrange an appointment and a member of our team will guide you through the application and answer any queries.