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Schools and childcare in Wrexham

School admissions dates, Welsh-medium options, free school meals and transport, and the funded childcare you may be entitled to.School admissions Family Information ServiceLast checked October 2026

Applying for a school place (September 2027)

Starting secondary (Year 7)	Applications close 31 October 2026. Offers on 1 March 2027, appeals by 19 March 2027.
Starting school (Reception)	Applications close 15 January 2027. Offers on 16 April 2027, appeals by 30 April 2027.
Nursery	Applications open 5 January 2027 and close 15 February 2027
Admissions team	01978 298991, [email protected]

St Joseph's Catholic and Anglican High School and The Maelor School, Penley, also ask for their own form to be sent to the school, as well as the council application.

Welsh-medium education

Wrexham has nine Welsh-medium primary schools and one Welsh-medium secondary, Ysgol Morgan Llwyd on Cefn Road (ages 11 to 19). You don't need to speak Welsh at home, and a latecomers' immersion scheme helps children join Welsh-medium education up to Year 8.

Wrexham cityYsgol Bodhyfryd, Ysgol Plas Coch, Ysgol Llan-y-pwll (Borras)
Around the countyYsgol Bro Alun (Gwersyllt), Ysgol Bryn Tabor (Coedpoeth), Ysgol I.D. Hooson (Rhosllannerchrugog), Ysgol Min-y-Ddol (Cefn Mawr), Ysgol Cynddelw (Glyn Ceiriog), Ysgol Llanarmon (Llanarmon Dyffryn Ceiriog)

Free school meals and transport

Free meals for every primary pupilReception to Year 6, booked through ParentPay. Low-income families should still apply, as it can unlock extra help.
Years 7 and 8 on Universal CreditFrom September 2026, pupils whose parent gets Universal Credit qualify whatever their earnings. Email [email protected]
School Essentials GrantFor families on Universal Credit earning under £7,400 net
Free school transportTo the nearest suitable school if it's at least 2 miles away (primary) or 3 miles (secondary). No council transport for post-16 students.

Funded childcare

Flying Start

All 2-year-olds in Wrexham

Up to five 2.5-hour sessions a week, 39 weeks a year. Apply from 18 months. 01978 297270

Childcare Offer for Wales

3 and 4-year-olds

Up to 30 hours a week of early education and childcare, for up to 48 weeks a year, if you're working or studying

For the Childcare Offer, each parent needs to earn the equivalent of 16 hours a week at minimum wage, or be in further or higher education, with income of £100,000 or less. Helpline 03000 628 628, or email [email protected]. The Family Information Service (01978 292094) can help you find childcare.

Colleges and university

Coleg CambriaYale site, Grove Park Road, LL12 7AB, and Bersham Road, LL13 7UH. 0300 30 30 007
Wrexham UniversityPlas Coch campus, Mold Road, LL11 2AW, plus the School of Creative Arts on Regent Street

Common questions

When is the deadline for Wrexham secondary school applications?

For September 2027 entry, Year 7 applications close on 31 October 2026. Offers are made on 1 March 2027.

When do I apply for a Reception place in Wrexham?

For September 2027, applications close on 15 January 2027 and offers are made on 16 April 2027.

Are school meals free in Wrexham?

Yes for all primary pupils from Reception to Year 6. From September 2026, Year 7 and 8 pupils whose parent gets Universal Credit also qualify.

Is there a Welsh-medium secondary school in Wrexham?

Yes, Ysgol Morgan Llwyd on Cefn Road, for ages 11 to 19.

Where this information comes from

Checked against Wrexham County Borough Council and the Welsh Government in October 2026. Always check dates with the council before applying.

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