Comprehensive Schools
At any point from September after the pupil starts Year 7, parents may apply for a place by contacting the school directly to obtain and complete an in-year application form. In-year vacancies normally only become available if a current pupil is leaving the school. Any applicant who cannot be offered a place will be added to the school’s waiting list which is held in accordance with the admissions criteria.
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Grammar Schools
Year 7 (first term)
If a vacancy arises at any of the grammar schools during the first term of Year 7, the waiting list in existence from March of that year will be used and the place offered in accordance with the school’s admission criteria.
Mid Year 7 – 11
At any point from January after the pupil starts Year 7, parents may apply for a place at any of the grammar schools by contacting the school directly. In-year vacancies normally only become available if a current pupil is leaving the school. If a vacancy arises, applicants on the waiting list will be invited to take a test at the school.
