Admissions

We know that choosing a school is a big decision for any parent and that the process of school admissions can be confusing.

We hope that the information provided below, outlines some of the basic details and helps to make the process of transition as smooth and seamless as possible for you. We are here to help you as much as we can.

If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and ask to speak to our Admissions Officer, Miss Woznicka.

Our arrangements for school admissions are determined by The Good Shepherd Trust. Further information on this process can be found here.

Reception Admissions

Further information regarding our reception admissions, including school tours, can be found here.

In-Year Admissions

The Local Authority co-ordinate the in-year admission process for our school. If you would like to make an application for a place outside of the normal admissions round, please click here for details: Surrey CC Admissions

If you would like to have a tour of the school before submitting your application, please call the school office 01932 227695 to arrange this.

Admission Policies and Supplementary Information Forms

September 2023- August 2024

September 2024 - August 2025

September 2025 - August 2026

September 2026 - August 2027

Good Shepherd Trust Admission Arrangements

Ecclesiastical parish boundary

To view a map of the boundary (criteria 6-8) please click here and enter the postcode of St Mary's Church 'KT12 2QS'' where indicated, or the direct link is here.

Your distance from the school can be viewed here.

All applicants please note:

The Trust reserves the right to withdraw any offer of a place should any details of the application be subsequently found to be incorrect. Please note that when accepting a place you will be required to supply a copy of your child’s birth certificate and proof of address.

Surrey County Council will investigate any applications where there is doubt about the address being given. Use of false information may lead us to withdraw an offer of a place, even after a child has started at school.

Waiting List

The waiting list is defined and operated directly by the school.

Unsuccessful applicants for Reception will need to contact the school office directly to be included on the waiting list, after places have been offered in April. See the Admissions Policy for full details of this process. A copy of the Waiting List Form is available below:

Waiting List Form 2024-2025

Waiting List Form 2025-2026.pdf

Appeals

Parents who are unsuccessful in their application for a place for their child have a right of appeal to an Independent Appeal Panel. Please refer to the timetable below:

School Appeal Timetable 2025.pdf

For more information on submitting an appeal, please visit

https://www.surreycc.gov.uk/schools-and-learning/schools/admissions/appeals/making-a-appeal/your-right#lodging

Government guidelines regarding the appeals process can be found here.

If you require any further information please contact the school.

Information regarding Delayed Admissions to Reception