You can  watch the video on applying for a secondary school place.

Apply

Apply online for your child’s secondary school place starting September 2027.

Online applications can be made up to and including the closing date of 31 October 2026.

Please ensure that your online application, including any changes made, is submitted by 31 October 2026.

All applications received after 31 October 2026 will be treated as late and will only be processed after all on-time applications.

You are less likely to get a place at one of your preferred schools if you apply late.

View your application

View your application online via the Essex Education portal.

You cannot change your preferences online after the closing date. If you are changing address, you must email the School Admissions Team with:

• your child’s details
• your new address
• proof of new address which must be:
• a copy of a signed tenancy agreement if you are renting
• a solicitor’s letter confirming you have exchanged contracts if you are purchasing your new home.

• School place offers

  Emails for online applicants will be sent on 1 March 2027.

  From 1 March 2027, if you applied online, you can log into your account to see your allocation.

  Find out more about what to do after you get your school offer.

This is a list of one of our secondary schools tours.