Starting secondary school
Primary to secondary transfer
If your child is currently in Year 6, they are due to transfer to secondary school in September 2027. Guidance on the application process is provided below.
The closing date for on-time applications is Saturday 31 October 2026.
Apply online
The eAdmissions website is the recommended way to apply.
If you require a paper form, please contact the Admissions Team, details below.
Resources
Our handy guides provide information on the admissions process.
Secondary School Admissions Hints and Tips
Our leaflet includes:
- a summary of the application process
- the visiting and open evening dates for Kensington and Chelsea secondary schools
- the dates for ability banding tests and aptitude tests
Secondary School Admissions brochure 2027
Our brochure includes:
- the full process of applying for schools and what happens after offer day
- summarised over-subscription criteria for all Kensington and Chelsea secondary schools
- how places were offered in the previous year
- useful information to assist in the transition from primary to secondary school
Out of year applicants
Most children applying for Secondary Transfer 2027 were born between 1 September 2015 and 31 August 2016. If your child is currently in Year 6 but born outside of this date of birth range, you will need to follow the steps below to submit your application.
- create an account on the eAdmissions website
- contact our team with your account username
- we will authorise your account to submit an out of year application, and you will receive an email confirming you can proceed with your application.
Contact us
If you need a paper application form or further guidance, contact the Admissions Team:
- telephone: 020 7745 6432 / 6433, Monday to Friday, 9am to 2pm
- email: [email protected]
Admissions and access to Education Service privacy notice
Read the School Admissions privacy notice.