Admissions

Admissions Consultation

Melrose Learning Trust Board and our school local governing body are consulting on our planned admissions arrangements for pupils applying for places in the academic year beginning September 2026. This consultation will run from 13^th December 2024 to 24^th January 2025.

 A copy of the proposed policy is available below. 

If you have any comments or queries about the policy, please submit these in writing to the school office or email them to office@stmaryscockerton.org.uk

At the end of the consultation period, all responses will be carefully considered, and the final policy will be approved by the Melrose Learning Trust Board.

If you wish to discuss this matter further, please contact the school office on 01325 380758

Entry to school

Starting school in a reception class, can be an anxious time for both parents and children. We hope that the following information will help you to understand the process for choosing a school and applying for a place in school.

Admissions to schools in Darlington go through the admissions team at the Town Hall. Information about applying for a place at St. Mary’s Cockerton can be found on Darlington Borough Council Website: Darlington BC – Admissions

Further information can be found in our Admission Policy (below).

Mid-Year School Admissions

To apply for a place in any year group during the course of an academic year, other than at the normal point of entry, then you MUST contact the Schools Admissions Team for information on school places. Parents will be sent and required to complete an in-year application form, as a formal request for a school place will only be considered.

School Admission Team Contact Details