1. Secondary Transfer
If your child was born between 1 September 2006 and 31 August 2007 they will be due to start secondary school in September You can apply online for a Year 7 place from September The closing date for applications usually are on 31 October (2017).

2. How do we choose? Ofsted reports League Tables Word-of-mouth
School Open Days / Visits – start ruling some out!

3. School open days and evenings
All Camden schools hold open days and evenings during September and October. We recommend you attend these (firstly without your child) to see the schools for yourself before applying and eliminate any your don’t like. Contact individual schools for details.
Parents of Year 5 and Year 6 primary pupils are also invited to attend our annual Moving On to Secondary School event at the Camden Centre, King’s Cross from 3.30 to 6.30pm on Thursday, 15 September 2016. You need to register for a free place.
Meet the Parents also holds informal forums for primary parents at local schools across the borough.
We will publish any events organised by local primary schools.

4. What to consider: http://www.theschoolrun.com/secondary-school-advice
1. The pupils at the school – do they treat each other with respect? Do they wear their uniform with pride? Do they have good manners?
2. The facilities – are they clean, tide and well-cared for? Will they meet the needs of your child?
3. Exam results / Pupil-progress
4. Will the size suit your child?
5. What is the learning environment like? - is the school well-resourced? Do staff and students take pride in their work? Is the site clean, tide and well-cared for?
6. Extra curricular activities - what’s on offer to enrich your child’s learning?
7. Family context – is this school suitable for both / all your children?
8. What does your child think of the school?