4. ADMISSION PROCESS OVERVIEW
YEAR 9 EARLY OFFER
TIMELINE
Applying for secondary school is a big decision and can be stressful at times. That is why we have introduced early applications for Eastbourne College, where a child may be registered by December of Year 6, for a place in Year 9. Families will have peace of mind that a place is secured, and have the time to get to know us ahead of joining. We’ve outlined the process in the timeline here. Should a family enquire or register after the early offer process, excluding the timings, the same admissions process applies.
If you want to have a more informal look around the College before you make a decision, attend one of our termly open events where you can see the facilities, meet key members of staff and hear from the Headmaster.
Open Events in February, May or October
Once you register, we will contact your child’s school to ask for a reference and you will be required to send us two recent school reports. If reports are unavailable, your child may need to do an academic assessment. You will also be invited for a visit.
You need to register by 1 December of Year 6 to take advantage of our early offer process
Year 9 Scholarships and Bursaries
By the Spring of Year 6, you and your child should have visited for an informal interview, as well as a personalised tour with one of our pupils.
Before Lent half-term of Year 6
In September of Year 8, pupils can apply for various scholarships. Those who apply for a scholarship may then apply for a means-tested bursary. If financial need is confirmed, the finance team will decide on the level of fee remission. Parents with financial concerns should wait to sign the Guaranteed Place Form until they know the outcome of both the scholarship and bursary processes.
By the end of March, we will send out the offer outcome. All offers are accepted by returning the Guaranteed Place Form, complete with parental signatures and the relevant deposit. By signing, you agree to our terms and conditions.
By the end of March of Year 6
Now for the exciting part! In both Year 7 and Year 8 your child will be invited to taster events, where they can come to the school and meet their new teachers and peers.
March of Year 7 and June in Year 8
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ADMISSIONS POLICY AND PROCEDURES FOR PUPILS 2026
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