Year 7 Entry

As a Local Authority Maintained School the application process for Buxton Community School is operated by Derbyshire Local Authority. Parents are required to nominate a first, second and third choice of school, and may apply online (www.derbyshire.gov.uk/admissions), the link is below, or by calling 01629 533190.  Below is general overview of the application process, but parents should consult Derbyshire Local Authority information for a definitive guide and confirmed dates for the current academic year.

Applications must be made by midnight on the 31st October.

In order that parents and children have the best chance of achieving their preferred choice, we recommend that parents make every effort to meet the county deadline for applications.

Please click on the link below which will take you directly to Derbyshire Local Authority website page to apply for a place at our school.

Secondary Place Online Application

Finding out where a child has been allocated a place

Traditionally allocation information is sent to parents by Derbyshire Local Authority at the start of March, in the spring term of Year 6.

If you require any further information or support in your application for a place at our school, please do not hesitate to contact us on 01298 23122.