Admissions & Open Days
This page provides key information on applying for Nursery and Reception places, mid-year admissions, Open Mornings, and the appeals process.
Admissions
- Nursery Admissions (Age 3)
- Applications are made directly to the school via our online form
- A place in Nursery does not guarantee a place in the school.
- Reception Admissions (Age 4)
- Applications are processed through Sandwell Council.
- Apply online via: Apply for a school place | Sandwell Council
- Applications are submitted online only.
- Please refer to our admissions policy for further details.
- In-Year (Mid-Year) Admissions
- If you are looking to join St Francis Xavier mid-year, please contact Mrs Marshall at Reception to arrange a school visit.
Phone: 0121 274 5975
Email: mmarshall@emmausmac.com
Open Mornings
Join us for an Open Morning and experience St Francis Xavier first-hand. You will have the opportunity to tour the school with current pupils, meet staff, and ask any questions.
Open Mornings start at 9:30 AM (unless otherwise stated) and last approximately one hour.
Upcoming Open Morning Dates:
- Tuesday 23rd September 2025
- Thursday 16th October 2025 (2:00 PM session)
- Friday 7th November 2025
- Tuesday 25th November 2025 (2:00 PM session)
- Tuesday 16th December 2025
- Friday 9th January 2026
How to Book:
- Reserve a place by completing our form Opening Morning booking Form (This is a no-reply form; once submitted, your place is confirmed.)
For any queries, please contact us.
Oversubscription & Appeals
- Oversubscription
If St Francis Xavier is oversubscribed, please refer to Appeal against a school place decision | Sandwell Council for guidance.
- Primary School Admission Appeals
If your child is not allocated a place and you wish to appeal:
- Check the School Admission Appeal Timetable 2025.doc for key dates.
- Follow the appeal process outlined by Appeal against a school place decision | Sandwell Council
- For further guidance, contact the school office. Email: mmarshall@emmausmac.com or call 0121 274 5975
Contact Us
St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School
Email: mmarshall@emmausmac.com
Phone: 0121 274 5975
We look forward to welcoming you to St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School.
