Admissions

Admissions to Byron Wood Academy

We operate an “open door” policy and prospective parents are welcome to visit the school. Please contact the school office to make an appointment prior to your visit.

Reception Admission

Astrea Academy Trust is the admissions authority and the school follows Astrea Academy Trust Admissions Policy. Children whose fifth birthday falls between the 1st of September and the 31st of August will normally be admitted to full-time schooling in a reception class in September. Children whose fifth birthday falls between 1st March and the end of August can, if they choose, be admitted to full-time schooling in a reception class later in January. All admissions to school at age five or above are administered through Sheffield County Council (“the LA”).

To apply for a place at Byron Wood Academy and to find out about our admissions process through Sheffield City Council click here

Parents of potential pupils are welcome to visit us. Please contact our school office on 0114 272 3624 to make an appointment.

Click here to view the school Admissions policy 2024/2025

Click here to view the school Adminssions policy 2025/2026

Click here to view guide for parents who want to enter their child into primary school

To register for a place at nursery, please ask at the school office where your child’s details will be taken. These will be passed to Mrs Alison Walton (Early Years Leader) who will contact you just before your child’s third birthday to arrange admission. If your child is already three, Mrs Walton will contact you as soon as a space becomes available. Most children join the nursery in September but we do sometimes have spaces during the year. If you have questions or would like to visit the nursery, please ring 0114 272 3624 and ask to speak to Mrs Alison Walton.

Parents please note – A place in our nursery does not automatically guarantee a place for your child in our reception. A full application must still be made via the local authority adhering to the relevant deadlines detailed in the link above.

In Year Application (School Transfers)

If you would like to move your child from their current school to the academy you will need to apply to: Apply for a school place | Sheffield City Council

Appeals Guidance

If your application for a place is unsuccessful, parents have a right of appeal and should contact the Primary Admissions Team. The Admissions Working Party, an impartial tribunal, hears appeals; their decision is final. More information is available on the Sheffield Council admissions website with details about appeals here.

Primary Admissions Team contact details:

Pupil Admissions
3rd Floor, Howden House
Union Street
Sheffield S1 2SH
Telephone: 0114 273 5766
Email: ed-admissions@sheffield.gov.uk