Dear Parents/Carers,

As you may be aware, applications for children transferring to secondary school in September 2026 are now open.  

Applications can be submitted online or parents/carers can request a form by emailing admissions.team@hants.gov.uk.  The deadline for applications is 31 October 2025.

Please see guidance below from Admissions when completing your application.

  • Name three schools on your application to maximise your chances of being offered a place at one of your preferred schools.
  • Submit your application on-time, before the 31 October deadline.
  • Use the County Council’s school catchment area finder to check the catchment school for your address
  • Read the school’s admission policies to find out how many places are available and what criteria will be used to allocate places if the school is oversubscribed.
  • Think about how your child will get to school. See travel to school to help plan your journey and find out if you are eligible for help with transport. You must name your catchment school(s) if you have one, as a preference if you wish to apply for travel assistance.