Admissions

Principal's Presentation 2024 

Admissions and Open Events Information

Admissions Process - Year 7 Entry 2026

Homewood School admissions are managed in conjunction with Kent County Council through the Co-ordinated Admissions process.

To apply for a place, you must complete the Secondary Common Application Form (SCAF) by 31st October 2025. Homewood does not require a supplementary form to be completed. National Offer Day is 2nd March 2026, after which successful applicants will receive a welcome letter from the school.

Appeals Timetable - August 2026

Appeals resulting from year of entry or transfer applications in September will be heard according ot the following timetable:

Appeals lodged after these dates will be heard within 40 school days of the appeal deadline of 30 school days being lodged, whichever is the later date.

In Year or Immediate Entry Appeals

Appeals resulting from in year admission applications will be heard within 30 school days of the appeal being lodged. Appellants will be sent notification of their appeal hearing together with a copy of the school's case 10 clear school days in advance of the hearing.

If an appellant wishes to submit further evidence which was not included in their initial appeal, they must make sure that it is received at least 5 clear school days prior to the hearing date.

For all other year admissions please contact the Admissions Officer admissions@homewood.kent.sch.uk

Kent residents: https://www.kent.gov.uk/education-and-children/schools/school-places/secondary-school-places

East Sussex residents:

https://new.eastsussex.gov.uk.education-learning/schools/admissions/apply-secondary

Open Evening Invitation

We are pleased to invite prospective students and their families to attend our upcoming Open Evening at Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre.

Date: Wednesday 17th September
Time: 4.00pm – 7.00pm
Location: Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre, Ashford Road, Tenterden, Kent, TN30 6LT
Principal’s Presentation: 5.00pm and 6.00pm in the Sinden Theatre

This event offers an excellent opportunity to learn more about our broad and balanced curriculum, high-quality teaching, and enriching co-curricular programme. We warmly invite prospective Year 7 students and their families to experience the values and ethos that underpin our school community.

Please note that open events for prospective Sixth Form students will take place in November.

The evening will include:​

• Guided tours of our extensive campus and facilities

• Presentations and displays from a wide range of subject areas

• Opportunities to speak with staff and current students

• Information on academic and vocational pathways

• Insights into pastoral support, enrichment, and wider school life

There is no need to book for Open Evening. However, if you would like to register your interest for the 2025/26 Year 6 cohort, we will be happy to keep you informed about future Open Events and our Homewood Assessment Day on Saturday 6th December.

Potential Sixth Form Students

Students in Year 11 and 12 from other schools are welcome to attend Open Evening to look at the facilities available.

However, the dedicated Homewood Sixth Form Events are listed below.

Open Mornings - 17th and 18th November 9am - 11am

6th Form Choices Evening - 26th November 4pm - 7pm

You can register your interest in Homewood Sixth Form here: register your interest 

Open Morning Invitation

We also warmly welcome families to attend our Open Morning, where you will have the opportunity to visit Homewood School during a normal working day.

Date: Week Beginning 9th September
Time: 9.15am - 11am
Location: Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre, Ashford Road, Tenterden, Kent, TN30 6LT

The morning will begin with a short briefing from a senior leader, followed by a guided tour of the school. You will be able to observe lessons, explore our facilities, and speak with staff and students about life at Homewood, our curriculum, support systems, and extra-curricular opportunities.

Booking Link: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/homewood-school-and-sixth-form-centre

Other documents

Open Morning Arrival Information 2025

Homewood New Intake Guide 2025-2026Freedom Tech Student Chromebook Programme

Homewood School Uniform - Further Information for September 2025 New-Intake

Uniform Appointments for New Starters

School Buses and Routes -September 2025Year 9 into 10 Option Booklet