Children born between 1st September 2021 and 31st August 2022 are due to start Reception class at primary school in September 2026. The deadline for applications for places in September 2026 is on Thursday, 15th January 2026. At Darell we have spaces for up to 30 children in our reception class.

Follow the LINK to apply via the eAdmissions website.

If you would like a tour with our Headteacher, Joe Porter, please contact the school office on 0208 876 6721 or email us at info@darell.richmond.sch.uk

Places are allocated by the local authority according to the following criteria:

• Looked After Children who are currently in public care and previously Looked After Children who have left care due to adoption, special guardianship or child arrangements order.
• Children who have an exceptional medical, social or educational need that requires their attendance at a particular school.
• Children who have siblings already attending the school.
• Children of staff working directly for Darell Primary and Nursery School for at least two years.
• Children living closest to Darell Primary and Nursery School.