We are delighted that you are considering The Good Shepherd for the next step in your child's education.
This is the school where futures are made, where we set out to excite, enthuse and inspire our children to achieve great things in life.
Information on school admissions can be found on the West Northamptonshire County Council website, by telephoning 0300 126 7000 or email admissions@westnorthamptonshire.gov.uk.
For more information on the School’s admission arrangements please refer to the appropriate policy below.
Please note: All applications must include a Supplementary Information Form, and if you are Catholic or Christian please also complete a Parish Priest or Pastor's Reference Form. These forms can be downloaded below and should be returned to the school.
Appeals
If we are oversubscribed, places will be allocated in accordance with our Admissions Policy which also includes information about appeals arrangements. This policy can be found on this website and also includes our appeals arrangements.
In Year Applications
If you are moving into the area or would like to move your child to our school, West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) co-ordinate our admissions. Please contact Admissions Deptartment on 0300 126 7000 or follow the link here.
Reception 2026
We’re delighted to announce that our Reception 2026/2027 tours are now open for booking!
We can’t wait to welcome new families, along with members of our local and wider community, who are interested in joining us for a Reception place in the next academic year.
Don’t miss the chance to see our school in action and find out what makes our Reception such a wonderful place to learn and grow.
Book your tour today using the QR code or following the link here https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx...
We look forward to meeting you soon!
Does your child turn 4 on or before 31st August 2026?
If so, it's time to start thinking about applying for their reception school place!
The closing date for reception admissions was 15 January 2026. You must apply online via the West Northampytonshire council website, here.
Secondary School Applications September 2026
If your child is currently in Year 6 - from 10th September 2025 you can make an application for a secondary school place for September 2026.
The closing date for applications was 31 October 2025.
You must apply via the council website, here. You can still make a LATE application after the deadline date.