Admissions

We welcome any families who would like to come and see our school to arrange a visit by calling the school office.  We require that you book your time slot in advance by contacting the school office on 0207 272 5620 or email success@duncombeprimary.co.uk. 

Reception Applications 2024-25

If your child's 4th birthday is between 1 September 2020 and 31 August 2021, they should start school in September 2025. 

We are holding school tours  for new families on Wednesday 16th October and Wednesday 4th December at 4pm. Please contact the school office to book a space. 

For more information on applying for Reception school places please go to https://www.islington.gov.uk/children-and-families/schools/apply-for-a-school-place/apply-for-a-primary-school-place 

Note that the deadline for applications is 15th January 2025. 

Current Spaces Across All Year Groups

• 2 Year Olds - 0 morning spaces /  0 afternoon spaces 
• 3-4 Year Nursery - 5  spaces 
• Reception - 17 space
• Year 1 - 19 spaces
• Year 2 - 0 spaces
• Year 3 - 5 spaces
• Year 4 - 5 spaces
• Year 5 - 5 spaces
• Year 6 - 4 spaces

2 Year Old Applications

Duncombe has provision for 2 Year-olds! Applications can be made in person at the main office. All 2 Year-old and Nursery applications include a part-time or full-time code provided by the Local Authority. You can check your eligibility here: www.islington.gov.uk/free2 

If you are having problems accessing the web page, and need additional support with the application, please contact Family Information Services on 020 7527 5959, or the main office for help. 

Mid-Year Applications

Please come to the school office to collect a Duncombe Primary admissions form. You will need to submit an application to Islington Council via this link : https://www.islington.gov.uk/children-and-families/schools/apply-for-a-school-place/apply-for-a-school-place-in-year

We encourage all families to come and view our school prior to starting.  Please contact the school office to book a tour.