School Enrolment
Whether your child is starting school in Gibraltar for the first time or transferring from another country, meeting all enrolment requirements can help ensure a smooth and efficient process.
How We Can Help With School Enrolment
- We complete the online school enrolment application forms
- We prepare and upload the required supporting documents and school reports
- We provide any additional information requested by the Department of Education
- We liaise regularly with the Department of Education to monitor progress and ensure everything remains in order until the registration is complete a decision is reached
When Might You Need School Enrolment?
You may need School Enrolment to:
- Enrol your child in a Government Nursery or Reception class.
- Register a child who has recently become ordinarily resident in Gibraltar
- Enrol your child after relocating to Gibraltar from another country
- Transfer your child from an overseas school to a Government school in Gibraltar
- Ensure your child is allocated a place at the appropriate catchment school.
- Provide the Department of Education with the documents required to assess your child’s eligibility for a school place
Important Things to Remember
- School places are allocated by the Department of Education. Submitting an application does not guarantee a place at a particular school
- Applications should be submitted as early as possible. Delays in providing the required information or documents may delay the enrolment process
- Original documents may be required to verify your child’s identity, date of birth, and eligibility.
- The documents required will depend on your family’s circumstances
- If your circumstances change (such as your address or your child’s legal name), you should notify the Department of Education as soon as possible
- Additional information or supporting documents may be requested by the Department of Education before a decision is made
- All documents not issued in English must be translated into English by a certified translator
- Your Register of Property Occupation (RPO) must be active and up-to-date to avoid any delays or issues with processing your application
Required Documents
The documents required will depend on your child’s circumstances and the type of enrolment being requested. However, an application for School Enrolment will mainly require:
- The child’s full birth certificate
- The child’s valid passport or other acceptable identification
- The parent or legal guardian’s passport or Gibraltar Identity Card
- Proof of the child’s residence in Gibraltar
- Proof of the parent or legal guardian’s address in Gibraltar
- Previous school reports or educational records (if transferring from another school)
- Court orders or guardianship documents (where applicable)
Turnaround Time
Once we have received all the required information and supporting documents, we can prepare and submit your online application within 3 working days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Parents or legal guardians of children who are ordinarily resident in Gibraltar, or who are relocating to Gibraltar and meet the applicable eligibility requirements, may apply for a place at a Government school. The Department of Education assesses each application individually, with particular consideration given to residency and supporting documentation before a school place is allocated.
You may express a preference, but school places are allocated by the Department of Education in accordance with its enrolment policies and the availability of places. A place at a particular school cannot be guaranteed.
Yes. Whether your child is transferring from another school in Gibraltar or relocating from overseas, we can assist with the enrolment application and advise you on the supporting documents required.
You should still seek advice as soon as possible. The Department of Education will consider applications in accordance with its policies and the availability of school places.
Government school admissions do not normally require an entrance examination. However, the Department of Education may request additional information where appropriate.
The Department of Education will assess your application and advise you of its decision. If additional information or documents are required, we will assist you in providing them promptly.
*Disclaimer: The processing of the above services is the sole responsibility of the Department of Education in Gibraltar. A2Z Business Solutions acts only as an independent facilitator and assumes no responsibility for the processing, approval, or outcome of these services.
