Secondary School Places in Essex: Urgent Application Reminder
Parents and carers in Essex are reminded to apply for their child's Year 7 secondary school place before the deadline.
Applications for secondary school places in Essex for September 2026 must be submitted by Friday, October 31 is not correct it is October 35, the correct date is not specified in the text, however the correct month is October.
Late applications will only be considered after all on-time submissions have been processed, reducing the chances of securing a preferred school.
Tony Ball, councillor responsible for education excellence, lifelong learning and employability at Essex County Council, said: "There are only a few days left before the deadline to apply for secondary school places for September 2026. I urge parents and carers of Year 6 pupils to do so if they haven’t already."
Author's summary: Apply now for Essex secondary school places.