School access module (SAM) provides schools with direct access to applications for school places.
Please add the web address for the Schools Access Module (SAM) to your favourites on your web browser or to your desktop.
SAM user guides for foundation, voluntary aided and academy schools, and for community and controlled schools are attached to this page.
For general SAM enquiries, please email: admissions.transport@derbyshire.gov.uk or tel: 01629 537479.
Requests for SAM access must still be submitted by your Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher.
All requests to add, remove, or amend SAM access should now be submitted through our Halo Self-Service Portal using the specific SAM Halo offerings which can be found via the Service Catalogue under the Synergy (SAM) option.
Requests should not be submitted to the IT Support for Education Team (Education Data Hub team) as they will not be able to process the request.
If you are unsure whether you already have a Halo account, please use the Forgotten Password option on the login page. If you receive a password reset email, you can reset your password and access your account.
If you do not receive a password reset email, please complete the following form to request a Halo account: Request a Halo Account.
Halo accounts are available for Headteachers, Deputy Headteachers, and SAM users.
School and college funding and finance on GOV.UK includes links to the school admissions code and school admissions appeals code, as well as guidance for parents, schools and local authorities.