Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1: I am outside the catchment area but will be moving into the catchment area before the start of the academic year. Will I still be considered out of area?
Yes, we take the address at point of application and not where you may move to if you are offered a place.
Question 2: I do not hold a British Passport or Birth Certificate, can I apply?
The School will accept applications from students who have the legal right to be a resident in the United Kingdom at the start of their study programme. We are unable to accept students residing in a non EU/EEA country who do not hold a British Passport or Birth Certificate.
Question 3: I am currently living abroad, If I am offered a place can I move away from my parents?
For child welfare reasons we will not accept applications from children under 16 years old whose parents intend to remain abroad.
Question 4: I am due to begin/already studying Year 10 in my current school can I still apply?
Unfortunately not, we are unable to accept applications from students that are due to/already studying Year 10.
Question 5: I am homeschooled, do I still have to provide a report?
Please provide any information you may have from your homeschool tutors.
Question 6: I have missed the published deadline, can I still submit an application?
Yes, you are able to submit an application after the deadline. However, this will go to a waiting list. There is no guarentee that this will be assessed.
Question 7: Can I apply for ore than one Strand?
No, you should submit one application selecting one Strand.
Question 8: If I am not offered a place am I allow to go onto the waiting list or reserve list?
No, if you are not offered a place at the school or a place on the reserve list your application will end.