Consultation on the proposed 2027-28 admission arrangements for Middleton Parish Church School.
In accordance with the School Admissions Code, Forward As One CE Multi Academy Trust (the admission authority) is consulting on proposed changes to our admission arrangements for entry in September 2027. Consultation will run for a minimum of 6 weeks from Wednesday 17th December to Wednesday 28th January. This consultation period falls within the statutory window as per the Admissions Code: GOV.UK
We are consulting with parents of children aged 2–18, local schools and admission authorities, the local authority, the diocese and other interested parties in the locality as required under the Admissions Code.
What’s changed/summary of proposals:
Under our Faith criteria, we are moving away from a model based on Baptism and church links, to having two bands of church attendance, with Band A for children/parents who attend church 24 times in 2 years, and Band B for children/parents who attend for 12 times in 1 year. Children/parents in Band A will get priority over Band B.
- A full copy of the proposed admission arrangements are linked below and available on request:
- The Supplementary Information Form is linked below:
Free paper copies are available from the school office at: Middleton Parish Church School. Springfield Road, Middleton, Manchester. M24 5DL.
How to respond:
Please respond by Wednesday 28th January 2026 (consultation closes at 5pm on that date). Responses can be submitted by:
- Email: enquiries@fa1.uk (subject: Admissions Consultation)
- Online form: https://forms.office.com/e/HiRQVKCShi
- Post: The Clerk to the Board of Trustees, Forward As One CE Multi Academy Trust, Newnham Street, Bolton, BL1 8QA (FAO Admissions Consultation)
What happens next:
All responses will be considered by the Trust Board prior to determination of the admission arrangements by 28th February 2026. Once determined, the arrangements will be published on each academy’s website by 15th March and a copy sent to the local authority. Once the final arrangements are determined, anyone with concerns has the right to refer the matter to the Office of the Schools Adjudicator.
Please let us know if you have any questions about the consultation or need the documents in an alternative format.
https://www.forwardasone.uk/Admissions-Consultation-2027-28
In-year school transfers
If you wish to transfer your child to our school during a school year, you will need to complete an in-year transfer application form which can be found here, with further information, on the Rochdale council website.
https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/school-admissions-appeals/school-transfers
Please find below the information for Nursery and Reception admissions.
If you are seeking a place for your child in Year 1 to Year 6, please contact school Rochdale school admissions http://www.rochdale.gov.uk/schooladmissions
Admission Arrangements
