Pupils transferring to upper school in September 2026
It is very important that you understand the information on this page. If you need more help because English is not your first language, please contact the Admissions helpline on 01582 54 80 16, Monday to Friday between 9am and 4pm.
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Parents of pupils in year 8 who would like their child to attend an upper school from September 2026 must apply for a school place by 31 October 2025.
To find out whether you need to complete additional forms and for further information on the upper school application process, you must contact the relevant local authority’s Admissions team.
Please note: you must provide any additional documents/supporting information direct to the relevant local authority and/or the school(s) you are applying for.
Documentation sent to Luton’s Admissions team will not be forwarded on to the relevant local authority and/or school.
Making an application using the education portal
You must register to the online system if you have not used the online application system in the previous years.
Once you've completed the registration, you'll be able to access the system using the login details you've used this year for any future online applications you wish to make.
If your child has not been educated in a Luton school, you will need to upload their birth certificate.
You must read the checklist before submitting your application.
The closing date for applications to be considered in the initial allocation is 31 October 2025.
All documents must also be provided by 31 October 2025. Please note: additional forms must be provided to the relevant Council by 31 October 2025.
Applications received after 31 October 2025 will be treated as late. Late applications will be processed as soon as possible.
Please note: the education portal can be used to apply online for a upper school place and to keep up to date with the any changes you make to your application.
After the closing date, an update on the school your child has been allocated can be seen on the portal from 2 March 2026.
Alternative ways to make an application
To request a copy of the Luton residents application form, please complete a school admissions general enquiry form.
The completed application form must be posted/scanned to the Admissions team.
Admissions helpline
Admissions enquiry form
Admissions helpline: 01582 548016
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