Primary to secondary school transfer
Moving on to secondary school
The high quality teaching and supportive environment at Camden's secondary schools aims to help every student reach their potential. That's whether your aim is a place at a top university, an excellent apprenticeship or landing a great job. All Camden secondary schools are currently rated either 'good' or 'outstanding' by Ofsted.
Watch a short film about Camden secondary schools:
- Film - Camden Secondary Schools (4 minutes, 46 secs)
Read our guide to secondary schools in Camden:
- Secondary schools in Camden guide – applying for a Year 7 place for September 2021 (note: currently being updated; new guide will be published in August 2021)
Your child will be due to start secondary school in September 2022 if they were born between 1 September 2010 and 31 August 2011. Applications for Year 7 places will open again from 1 September 2021 until the deadline of 31 October 2021.
Apply online for a Year 7 place for September 2022
School open days and evenings
Camden secondary schools hold open days and evenings, though these may be a mixture of face-to-face and online in 2021. These are a great way to find out more about the schools for yourself before applying.
Meet the Parents holds informal forums for primary parents at local schools across the borough. They are currently planning both face-to-face and online events in September / October 2021 - details to be confirmed. You can also see a short film about what makes Camden schools special below: