Key Dates for Applying for a Post Primary Place for September 2026

Key Dates for Applying for a Post Primary Place for September 2026

Age Ranges

  • Children born on or between 2 July 2014 and 1 July 2015 will need to apply for their Year 8 Post Primary Place for September 2026. 

Key Dates

DateActivity  
10 December 2025Admissions Criteria published on EA Admissions website.
27 January 2026EA Connect opens at 12 noon for applications.
19 February 2026EA Connect closes at 12 noon for punctual applications.
24 February 2026EA Connect closes at 4pm for late applications, uploading of birth certificates and supporting documents.
9 May 2026Issue of outcome of application via email or letter.

Important

It is important to read: 

  • The post primary school admissions guide; and
  • The published admissions criteria of your listed Post Primary Schools.
  • Visit the EA Admissions website for further information.