Admissions

We are delighted that you are considering Hanwell Fields Community School for your child. We understand what a big decision it is to choose the right school for your child, so we encourage all parents to come and see us in action. To book a visit please call us on 01295 709583 or email admin@hanwellfields.org   

All admissions to Hanwell Fields Community School are processed by Oxfordshire County Council. To apply for a place, you will need to complete the online application form.   

For more information please contact Mollie Woodley-Simmons, mollie.woodley@hanwellfields.org. Full details and advice on academy admissions can be found on at https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/residents/schools/apply-school-place and through the admissions policy detailed below.  

In-Year Admissions

We accept admissions in year into any year group. To apply for a place, please head over to the County Council Admissions webpage for in year transfers: https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/residents/schools/apply-school-place/year-transfers . The County Council Admissions Team will then contact our school if you are offered and accept a place.   

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, please head over to the County Council Admission website here: https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/sites/default/files/2019-03/admissionappealsguide.pdf  for all relevant information. 

For primary school entry into Reception

Date	Event
Wedensday 16 April 2025	First round allocation day (for on-time applications, received by 15 January 2025)
23:59 on Tuesday 20 May 2025	Deadline for submitting first round of primary appeals
Mid-June - Tuesday 22 July 2025	First round of primary appeals heard
Friday 6 June 2025	Second round allocation day (for applications received 16th January - 30 April 2025)
23:59 on Friday 4 July 2025	Deadline for submitting primary (second round) appeals
Early September - Friday 10 October 2025	Second round of primary appeals heard

Applying for a place in Primary School

Thank you for considering Hanwell Fields Community School for your child.   

At our academy, we provide a safe and nurturing environment, where children are encouraged to learn and flourish. We offer a broad curriculum designed to meet the needs of all children including those with special educational needs and disabilities. Our dedicated staff work hard to make sure that each child can fulfil their potential.   

How to apply

Applications to our Reception class can be made through Oxfordshire County Council and https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/residents/schools/apply-school-place . You can apply for a primary school place starting September 2026 for a child born between 1st September 2021 and 31st August 2022.  

Applications must be completed online via the County Council Website. If you require a paper copy, which is to be sent first class in the post, please contact admin@hanwellfields.org    

Please note, applications are NOT yet open for September 2026.  

To find out more information on how to apply, please contact Mollie Woodley-Simmons, Communications Coordinator on 01295 709583 or email admin@hanwellfields.org 

To find out more information on how to apply, please contact Mollie Woodley-Simmons, Communications Coordinator on 01295 709583 or email admin@hanwellfields.org