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Roundwood Primary School

Moving up to Secondary School

Please see the PowerPoint below which explains the process of applying for your child's secondary school place, which you must do by Midnight, 31st October 2026.

Applications link below:

https://www.buckinghamshire.gov.uk/schools-and-learning/schools-index/school-admissions/

The PowerPoint also shares details about the Secondary Transfer Test which determines whether your child is suited to a Buckinghamshire Grammar school. The transfer test will take place on 10th September 2026. 

It is not compulsory for your child to sit this test, and you can withdraw them by sending a letter to Mrs Handley by 2nd June 2025.

You can download a copy of the transfer test familiaristaion paper here: https://media.buckinghamshire.gov.uk/documents/Secondary_Transfer_Test_-_Familiarisation_Booklet_RiwS4qP.pdf

Please read through the presentation and do not hesitate to contact us if you have any further questions.

Quick guide to application dates and deadlines 

June to October 2026

Research schools, visit school open events, and decide which schools to apply for.

7 September 2026

Online application portal opens

8 and 10 September 2026

Practice Test and Secondary Transfer Test for grammar schools

9 October 2026

Secondary Transfer Test results released

31 October 2026

National deadline to submit a secondary school application (by 23:59 on this date)

1 March 2027

National Offer Day