Ability Tests
Please note that the Ability Test Application Form should only be completed if you wish your child to sit the Ability Tests which take place on Saturday 7th October, 2023. There are no alternative dates.
Your Ability Test Application Form must be received by the deadline of noon on Monday 2nd October, 2023. Please only complete one Ability Test Application Form per child. Here is the Link to the Ability Test Application Form
How to Apply
Please view the Dorset Council website on starting secondary school.
Year 7 admissions for september 2024 – When to apply
The closing date for applications is 31 October 2023.
County will let you know your outcome:
- On 1 March 2024 if you applied on time (by 31 October 2023)
- On 2 April 2024 if you apply late (between 1 November 2023 and 29 February 2024)
- From June onwards if you apply after 29 February 2024
Open Days 2023
Year 5 Open Day and Admissions 2023
Admission for children with a Statement of Special Educational Needs or an Education, Health and Care Plan
Where Budmouth Academy is named in a child’s Statement of Special Educational Needs or Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), the governing body recognises a duty to admit the child to the Academy. The admissions process for children with a Statement or EHCP is administered by the Local Authority.
Years 7-11
Applications need to be made to the Local Authority via their website: https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/education-and-training/schools-and-learning/apply-for-a-school-place/apply-for-a-school-place.aspx
There is the opportunity to appeal against a decision not to offer a place. Appeals are heard by an independent panel and their decision is binding on the College. Information can be found at: https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/education-and-training/schools-and-learning/apply-for-a-school-place/appeal-a-school-place-refusal.aspx
Appeals are heard by an independent panel set up by the Local Authority.
Sixth Form
Open Evening Registration Form (Now closed, will reopen November 2023)
Admissions Form (To be uploaded from February 2023)
Confirmation of Results and Acceptance Form (To be uploaded post GCSE results day)
Post 16 Admissions Policy 2023-24
Sixth Form Prospectus 2023-2024
Budmouth Sixth Form Course Information 2023 – 2024
For any further information please contact the Director of Sixth Form Mr S Morris smorris@budmouth-aspirations.org