Final calls for Dorset parents to make secondary school applications
The deadline is Sunday 31st October
Parents and carers whose children will be starting secondary or upper school next September have just a few days left to apply for a place at their chosen school.
If you haven’t already done so, you need to apply by 31st October 2021 to have the best chance of securing a place at your child’s preferred school.
Around 80 per cent of parents and carers have completed the application process, with approximately 650 families still to finish and send in their forms.
School Application Deadlines
- If your child is due to start secondary or upper school in September 2022, you should apply now. Parents/Carers must apply by 31 October 2021.
- If your child was born between 1 September 2017 and 31 August 2018 and is due to start school for the first time in September 2022, then Parents/Carers must apply by 15 January 2022.
- If your child is due to move to junior or middle school in September 2022 then Parents/Carers must apply by 15 January 2022.
Cllr Andrew Parry, Dorset Council Portfolio Holder for Children, Education and Early Help is urging parents to apply now:
“If your child is in their final year at primary or junior school, or Year 8 in middle school, you need to make your application for a secondary school or upper school place now.
“Making the transfer to secondary or upper school may seem a long way off, but the closing date for applications is fast approaching, so time is of the essence. Applications received after 31 October cannot be considered until the late round in March, so please don’t risk disappointment by leaving it too late.”
How to get a form
If you’re not able to apply online, you can download a word document from the admissions pages or contact the School Admissions Team on 01305 221060, or email: admissions@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
How to apply online
To find out more or apply now, visit: Dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/school-admissions