Admissions

Is your child due to start secondary school in September 2025? Below is all the key information to help you navigate the application process for secondary school places.

Key Dates

• Application Deadline: 31 October 2024
• Offer Day: 3 March 2025 – you will receive the outcome of your application and be informed of your child’s allocated school place.

How to Apply

1. Online Application: All applications for secondary school places must be submitted via your local council’s online admissions portal.
   • Sandwell admissions
2. Required Information: When applying, you’ll need the following details:
   • Your child’s full name, date of birth, and home address
   • Your own contact details
   • Your top preferences for schools – you can list several schools, make sure you put your preferred school as your first preference.

Tips for Parents

• Submit your application on time – Late applications are less likely to be allocated your preferred school.
• Visit schools – if you’d like to arrange to visit us, please get in touch with our school office – 0121 828 1123 or info@sbu.shirelandcat.net

Applying from Out of Area

If you live outside Sandwell but wish to apply for our school, you must still apply through your own local council, listing our school in your preference list.

Contact Us

If you need further guidance or support with the application process, please contact your local council’s school admissions team or reach out to the schools you’re interested in directly.

We look forward to supporting your family as you prepare for this exciting transition to secondary school in 2025!