PARENTS are being told that they can start applying for their child’s reception class school place for 2020.

Herefordshire Council’s admissions process is now open for children born between September 1, 2015, and August 31, 2016.

Parents and carers can complete the application form online at www.herefordshire.gov.uk/reception-class-admissions

Information is available from the school admissions team on 01432 260926 / 261574 or email schooladmissions@herefordshire.gov.uk

Late applications could result in not being offered a place in a preferred school.

You must apply for a reception class place, even if you already have a place in the nursery associated with your preferred school.

Closing date is midnight on January 15.