New Year 7 Admissions
Applications for Year 7 places at Poole High School are managed by Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole (BCP) Council. Parents must apply through their home Local Authority (the council responsible for the area where they live).
The button below will take parents to the BCP website, which takes parents/carers through the process of applying for a place at the school.
Apply for a secondary school place
On-Time Applications Information
The closing date for on-time applications for a place in Year 7 for 2027-2028 is 31st October 2026.
Late Applications Procedure
Late applications (after 31st October 2026) for the 2027-2028 Year 7 cohort cannot be made online.
Parents/Carers can download the late application form from the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole website, which needs to be returned to BCP (not to Poole High School):
BCP Admissions Website - Applying Late
Admissions Policy & Files
Admissions Policy 2027-2028.pdf
Admissions Policy 2026-2027.pdf
School Prospectus - September 2026.pdfAppeals Information
If your child is not offered a place at Poole High School, you have the right to appeal the decision.
Poole High School’s appeals are managed by The Coastal Association of School Appeals (CASA). You can find more information and lodge an appeal by visiting their website: CASA School Admission Appeals
Open Events 2026
To help families learn more about Poole High School, we hold an Open Event where you can meet staff, tour the school, and hear from the Acting Headteacher.
Year 5 Open Evening – Thursday 2 July 2026
The evening will include talks and guided tours of our departments.
We understand that starting secondary school is a big step for both students and parents, and we are here to support you every step of the way.
For any further admissions queries, please contact our school office.
