If your child is due to start secondary school next year, you have less than a week to submit your application. The deadline, set for Thursday, 31 October, was highlighted by Harrow Council in their recent MyHarrow newsletter.
Children who are eligible for secondary school entry in September 2025 must have been born between 1 September 2013 and 31 August 2014. Parents and carers are encouraged to complete the necessary application form by the closing date to secure a place. Late applications submitted after this date will be processed in March 2025.
The council’s webpage provides resources to assist in completing the application, including links to find nearby schools, review past school allocations, and access the guide to secondary schools for 2025-26, which covers application steps and specific admission arrangements.
For parents seeking an immediate school place for this academic year, an in-year application form is required.
Families arriving from overseas should verify their child’s eligibility for school attendance in England, as visa conditions vary. Additional steps apply for faith-based schools, requiring submission of a Supplementary Information Form and, for some schools, a Priest Reference form.
Harrow Council has also provided details on secondary school open days for 2025/26 to help parents make informed choices.
To apply for a September 2025 secondary school place in Harrow, you may select up to six schools for your child. Families not paying Council Tax in Harrow will need to provide address verification. Those residing outside of Harrow should apply through their local council.
Applications for secondary school in Harrow for September 2025 can be made online, with the deadline set for 31 October.
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