When do children transfer to secondary school in Cumbria?

Children transfer to secondary school the September following their eleventh birthday.

Which children transfer to secondary school in September 2010?

Children born between 01 September 1998 and 31 August 1999 are due to transfer to secondary school in September 2010.

The closing date for applications is 23 October 2009.  This closing date is very important.  Don't let your child miss out by applying late.

What do I need to do before I apply for a secondary school place?

Before you apply for a secondary school place it is important to read the information provided by the Local Authority.

An information brochure 'Applying for a Secondary School Place in Cumbria' is available from local primary schools and your local Children's Services Office.  This brochure contains an application form and important information about the application and allocation processes.  It also contains advice about school transport policy and an application form.  It is very important to read the information regarding school transport policy, if school transport entitlement would affect your choice of school.  Other useful information is also included in the brochure.

View Brochure - Applying for a Secondary School Place in Cumbria

How do I apply for a September 2010 secondary school place?

Remember that the closing date is 23 October 2009.  This deadline is very important.  Every parent of a child resident in Cumbria needs to make an application by this date, even if the preference is for a place at a school outside Cumbria.

You can complete the application form contained in the booklet 'Applying for a Secondary School Place in Cumbria' and return it to your child's current school.  If your child is not attending a school maintained by the Local Authority, you should return it to the Admissions and Student Support Team.  A hard copy of this application form can be downloaded using the link below:

Hard Copy of Application Form

Until the closing date of 23 October 2009, you can also apply for a place online (see below).

What information do I need to apply online for a September 2010 secondary school place?

Before you can make your application online, you need the four digit DCSF establishment number for each of the three schools you are applying for.  For Cumbrian schools, these can be found in the booklet 'Applying for a Secondary School Place in Cumbria'.  If you are applying for a school place in another area, you can contact the Local Authority concerned.

Alternatively, you can find the reference numbers for any school in England by using the link below:

DCSF EduBase (Find a School)  (external link)

Do I need anything else before I continue to make my online application?

You will need your email address and a password to submit your application.  Please keep a note of what you decide to use in case you wish to return to your application later.  For example you may wish to view or amend your application after it has been submitted.  Please note that if you amend your application you must resubmit it.

Can I print a copy of my completed application form?

Yes, once you have completed your application you will be able to print a copy.

How do I now make an online application?

You can make an online application by using the link below:

Apply for a Place Online

Can I view my completed application form once it has been submitted?

Yes, you can view your application form once it has been submitted and you will still be able to do this after the closing date.  To do this please use the link below (you will need your email address and password):

View an Existing Application