School Admissions

Academy admissions arrangements are consistent with the School Admissions Code of Practice.

The Admissions Policy reflects the fact that the Academy will be an inclusive school that brings together families from all backgrounds and makes an important contribution to community cohesion. It will aim to serve the whole community and will be committed to bringing people together from different cultural, religious and social backgrounds.

If your child is transferring from primary school to secondary school, to apply to Birches Head Academy, you should follow the same procedures as applying for any other state funded school, through the local authority.

If your child currently attends a secondary school, please complete the in-year admission form below and return it to Birches Head Academy or contact the school on 01782 233595 for a printed copy to be sent out via post.

Please note that all admission enquiries and applications must be made via the local authority and not the Academy directly.

The admissions information can be downloaded from below:

Admission Arrangements (2023-24)
Admission Arrangements (2024-25)
Admission Arrangements (2025-26)
In Year Application Form (2023-24)
EU Settlement Scheme – Information Leaflet