Admissions

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Welcome to The Trafalgar School at Downton

Here you will find information relating to Admissions. Whether it be your child is moving from Year 6 to Year 7 or they are moving secondary schools during the school year (In-Year transfer).

We appreciate that choosing a Secondary School is a big decision. We are hosting a number of events throughout the year for pupils in yeas 5 and 6, so you can come and see what Trafalgar has to offer.

Year 6 Open Evening - Thursday 25th September 5.30pm - 8.00pm

Are you considering your secondary school options for September 2026? Join us for our Year 6 Open Evening and experience what makes The Trafalgar School At Downton a vibrant and supportive place to learn!

Why Attend Our Open Evening?

Meet Our Team: Speak with our dedicated teachers, senior leaders, and current students to hear first-hand about life at Trafalgar.
Tour Our School: Explore our state-of-the-art facilities, including science labs, creative arts spaces, and sports amenities.
Experience Our Curriculum: Take part in interactive subject demonstrations and see the breadth of opportunities on offer.
Hear from Our Headteacher, Jy Taylor: Learn about our school values, vision, and how we support every child to reach their full potential. Headteacher presentations will be at 6pm and 7pm.
Ask Questions: Get answers to all your queries about admissions, the transition to Year 7, and our pastoral care.

This event is a wonderful opportunity for Year 6 pupils and families to meet our staff and students whilst exploring the school grounds.

Making Our Open Evening Inclusive

We are committed to making our event accessible for all families. If you require any additional support or adjustments, please let us know by contacting us in advance; admissions@trafalgar.wilts.sch.uk

We look forward to welcoming you and your family to The Trafalgar School At Downton, and helping you take the next step on your educational journey.

Year 5 Taster Days July 2026

Tuesday 7th July: Non-cluster Schools Year 5 Taster Day

Wednesday 8th July: Cluster Schools Year 5 Taster Day

(Alderbury & West Grimstead, Downton, Coombe Bissett, Longford, Morgan's Vale & Woodfalls, The New Forest, & Whiteparish All Saints)

Taster Day places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis when booking is open from June 2026. We will publish when booking is open and there will be a link to sign up.

Joining Trafalgar

Transition between schools is a really exciting time for students, but we recognise that so students may also feel nervous. We work really hard to ensure that moving to Trafalgar is stress-free and students feel well supported and cared for.

Upon joining us, your child will be well supported by 'buddies' in their tutor group and our friendly and approachable team of staff, as well as their Form Tutor, Head of Year, Head of House and the Senior Leadership Team.

Any concerns or worries are swiftly resolved and we find that students settle quickly into our school community and are very happy. You can download a copy of our welcome information for students and parents by clicking here.

Applying for a Place for Year 7

Selecting the right secondary school for your son or daughter can seem like a daunting task. Our aim is to make that decision and the period of transition from primary to secondary school, as smooth as possible for both students and parents.

The Admissions Process

Wiltshire Council is responsible for coordinating and administering Year 7 admissions. Parents are required to rank three schools in order of preference. Applications are then matched with schools, according to a child's eligibility for place, rather than by parental preference. Second or third choice applications may rank higher than first-choice applications and some first-choice applications will be turned down.

Children who are not offered a place with us and who are offered a lower preference school will automatically be added to our waiting list.

For September 2025 the Year 7 intake will be 165

Apply

We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you to our school.

In-Year Admissions

To make an In-Year transfer application to join our school, please make your application via Wiltshire Council using the following link: Portal Home. Applications can be submitted 8 weeks in advance of the required admissions date.

Further information on the admissions process for parents can be found on their website. Should you have any queries about the process, please contact our Admissions Administrator or telephone Wiltshire Council Admissions on 01225 713010.