Admissions

We are delighted that you are considering Hill View School for your child.

We understand what a big decision it is to choose the right school for your child, so encourage all parents to come and see us in action. To book a visit please call us on 01295 251205 or email office@hillview-school.co.uk  

How to apply

Applications to our school are processed by Oxfordshire County Council. To apply for a place, you will need to complete the online application form. Once your place has been approved by Oxfordshire County Council they will let us know. We will then email you with a link to our online application portal Applicaa.

Full details and advice on academy admissions can be found on the www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/admissions and through the admissions policy detailed below or you can call Oxfordshire Schools Admission Team for further advice on 01865 815175. 

The deadline to apply to Oxfordshire County Council via written application form is the 15th January 2026.  

Parents who do not make an on-time application are far less likely to obtain a place at one of their preferred schools. 

The Reception allocation day is 15th April 2026. 

It is parents’ responsibility to apply directly to the Council, but the school can offer support and guidance upon request. 

 

In-Year Admissions 

We accept admissions in year into any year group provided there is availability. To apply for a place, please visit https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/residents/schools/apply-school-place/year-transfers and complete the online form.  

Key Dates 2026-2027

For the 2026/27 academic year, parents of children born between September 1, 2022, and August 31, 2023, will need to apply for an infant or primary school place for September 2026. Applications can be submitted online on the Oxfordshire County Council website from October 2025

Applications for 2027/2028

For the 2027/28 academic year, parents of children born between September 1, 2023, and August 31, 2024, will need to apply for an infant or primary school place for September 2027. Applications can be submitted online on the Oxfordshire County Council website from October 2026.

Appeals

Parents/carers whose application for a place is unsuccessful, have the right to appeal the decision. This must be expressed in accordance with the Schools Admissions Criteria. Should you wish to appeal https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/residents/schools/apply-school-place/school-appeals 

Appeals timetable

Deferring Reception Applications

Summer Born Chidren & Delaying Admission

These are pupils whose date of birth fall between 1 April and 31 August.

Summer born children don’t need to start school until the September after their 5th birthday, a full academic year after they could first have started school.

The DFE has produced guidance for parents on this matter and what to factors to be aware of if considering this for your child at GOV.UK: Summer born children - advice for parents.

Parents of summer born children are entitled to delay the admission of the child into full-time school until CSA but should be aware that the entitlement is for children entering Y1 when they start school.

If you want to delay admission for your summer born child until CSA, you must submit a formal request to the Admission Authority. If approved, your child will be educated out of year group.

Requests can be made by emailing Oxfordshire County Council. 

Include why delayed admission is in your child’s best interests and refer to any special, social or medical needs. Where possible, provide any supporting information you may have from relevant professionals.