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Primary 1 Admissions
If your child is starting pre-school or primary school in September 2026, you can apply online from tomorrow 7th January.
Key Dates for Applying for a Primary 1 Place for September 2026
Primary Age Ranges
- Children born on or between 2 July 2021 and 1 July 2022 are compulsory school age in September 2026 and must apply for a Primary 1 Place.
- If you deferred your child from starting Primary School in September 2025 you must apply for Primary 1 for September 2026.
Key Dates
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Key Dates |
Activity |
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10 December 2025 |
Admissions Criteria published on the EA website under Search Admissions Criteria. |
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7 January 2026 |
EA Connect opens at 12 noon for applications. |
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21 January 2026 |
EA Connect closes at 12 noon for applications. |
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26 January 2026 |
EA Connect closes at 4pm for uploading of birth certificates and supporting documents. Deadline for late applications is 4pm. |
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23 March 2026 |
Issue of outcome of application via email or letter. |
Important
It is important to read:
- the Applying for a Primary 1 Place information; and
- the published admissions criteria of your listed Primary Schools.
Visit the Admissions section for further information.
We look forward to welcoming applications for September 2026.
St. Oliver Plunkett's Primary School 91 Main St, Forkhill, Newry, County Down, BT35 9SH | Tel: 028 3088 8374
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