Apply here for school admissions, free school meals and free childcare for 2 year olds

Who can use this system?

Admissions - Phase transfer

Phase transfers relate to children who are transferring between schools at the normal age of entry or starting school for the first time at the age of 4+. Only residents of East Sussex should apply on this system for schools inside and outside of the county. If you live in another area (including Brighton & Hove) you should apply through your ‘home’ authority.

Admissions to other age groups

Anyone wanting to apply for an East Sussex school, whose child is not in a phase transfer group, can apply here regardless of their home address.

Free meals

Once you’ve set up your details and your child’s details, you can apply for free school meals. Follow the on-screen instructions from the summary page.

Free Childcare for 2 Year Olds

Anyone wanting to apply for free childcare for 2 year olds can apply here.  Please refer to the eligibility criteria at www.eastsussex.gov.uk/childcare

During this application process, you will be required to submit your National Insurance number or NASS Number.

If you are awarded 2 year old funding, this will remain in place until your child becomes eligible for 3 year old funding, even if your circumstances change and you are no longer meeting the eligibility criteria.

How to begin

New to the system? Use the ‘Register’ link. Been here before? Use the ‘Sign in’ link. Please note that older accounts have been removed and you will need to re-register.

Your consent
By providing us with your personal data via the Parent Portal you consent to the collection and use of this information in accordance with the purposes described in this privacy statement. You have the right to withdraw this consent at any time.