Admissions

Admissions

Informal School Tours for Year 5 & Year 6 Prospective Families

We are delighted to invite families of Year 5 and Year 6 students to visit our school for an informal tour. This is a fantastic opportunity to:

✔ Explore our facilities
✔ Find out more about our curriculum and learning opportunities
✔ Gain insight into the transition from primary to secondary school

Our dedicated team will be available to discuss how we support students through this important transition, ensuring a smooth and successful transition to secondary school.

We warmly welcome children to join the tour so they can experience the school environment first-hand.

Arrival: Mansion Reception at 9:30am

Tour duration: 9:30am – 11:00am

We look forward to welcoming you and answering any questions about the exciting opportunities available at our school.

Who Should Attend?

These tours are designed for families who have not yet attended an Open Morning or Evening. If you have already attended an Open Morning in September or October 2024, we kindly ask that you allow other families the chance to visit.

Upcoming Tour Dates & Booking Links

Tuesday 25th February 9:30am-11:00am [Booking Form]

Tuesday 18th March 9:30am - 11:00am  [Booking Form]

Tuesday 25th March 9:30am - 11.00am [Booking Form]

Please Note: Our formal Open Mornings for Year 6 students will begin in mid-September 2025

 Any queries? Contact Mrs H. Hayes at h.hayes@homewood.kent.sch.uk or call ext. 2391.

Principal's Presentation 2024 

Homewood School Admissions are run in conjunction with the Kent County Council, through the Co-ordinated Admissions process.

Secondary school applications must be completed by 31st October 2024. To apply you will need to complete the Secondary Common Application Form (SCAF). National offer day is the 3rd March 2025, soon after you will receive a welcome letter from the school. Homewood does not require a supplementary form to be completed.

Appeals Timetable - August 2025

Appeals resulting from year of entry or transfer applications in September will be heard according ot the following timetable:

School  Offer Appeals lodged by  Appeals to be heard by
Homewood 3 March 2025 31 March 2025 18 June 2025 (40 School days)

Appeals lodged after these dates will be heard within 40 school days of the appeal deadline of 30 school days being lodged, whichever is the later date.

In Year or Immediate Entry Appeals

Appeals resulting from in year admission applications will be heard within 30 school days of the appeal being lodged. Appellants will be sent notification of their appeal hearing together with a copy of the school's case 10 clear school days in advance of the hearing.

If an appellant wishes to submit further evidence which was not included in their initial appeal, they must make sure that it is received at least 5 clear school days prior to the hearing date.

For all other year admissions please contact the Admissions Officer admissions@homewood.kent.sch.uk

Kent residents: https://www.kent.gov.uk/education-and-children/schools/school-places/secondary-school-places

East Sussex residents:

https://new.eastsussex.gov.uk.education-learning/schools/admissions/apply-secondaryOther documents

Homewood New Intake Guide 2024-2025School Buses September 2024