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. Whether your child's aim is a place at a top university, an excellent apprenticeship or landing a great job, Camden secondary schools are high achieving and ambitious for all students.

Read our latest guide to secondary schools in Camden

• Secondary Schools in Camden admissions guide – applying for a Year 7 place for September 2023

Your child will be due to start secondary school in September 2023 if they were born between 1 September 2011 and 31 August 2012. The next round of Year 7 applications for 2023 entry begins from 1 September 2022. You need to apply before the deadline of 31 October 2022.

Apply online for a Year 7 place from September 2022

School open days and evenings 

Camden secondary schools hold open days and evenings during September and October (and in November for sixth forms). These are a great way to find out more about the schools for yourself before applying.

• Download a Camden secondary schools open events 2022 poster here
• Please note that Hampstead School's Sixth Form open evening is on Thursday, 17 November, at 5pm - not 10 November, as advertised incorrectly on the poster.
• Meet the Parents also hold informal forums for primary parents at local schools across the borough
• Watch: a short film about Camden secondary schools and what makes them special, which features interviews with students, parents and staff (length: 4 minutes, 46 secs)