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 31st October 2024.
The powerpoint also shares details about the Secondary Transfer Test which determines whether or not your child is suited to a Buckinghamshire Grammar school. The transfer test will take place on 12th September 2024.
It is not compulsory for your child to sit this test, and you can withdraw them by sending a letter to Mrs Handley.
You can download a copy of the transfer test familiaristaion paper here: https://buckinghamshire-gov-uk.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/familiarisation-booklet.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 2024 | Research schools, visit school open events, and decide which schools to apply for |
5 September 2024 | Online application portal opens |
10 and 12 September 2024 | Practice Test and Secondary Transfer Test for grammar schools |
11 October 2024 | Secondary Transfer Test results released |
31 October 2024 | National deadline to submit a secondary school application (by 23:59 on this date) |
3 March 2025 | National Offer Day |