How to apply
If you would like to make an application to join our school, you need to complete an application form on your councils website. This will be based on where you live e.g. If you live in the Wirral it is Wirral LEA, If you live in Cheshire it is CWAC.
It is important to note that all applications are dealt with equally as per our school admissions policy. A copy of which can be downloaded using the link below. Whether you live in Wirral or Cheshire makes no difference to how your application is dealt with.
1
Open Events
Come and have a look for yourself at one of our Open Evening or Open Morning events. If you cannot make any of these email us on hello@southwirral.wirral.sch.uk and we advise next steps.
2
Submit Application Form
Log onto your council’s school application portal (Links below) and complete your application. Name South Wirral High School as one of your three choices and submit the form. This must be completed by 31st October.
3
Places Announced
On the 1st March you will receive an email from your council informing you if you have been allocated a place at South Wirral High School. If you haven’t been allocated a place you are able to make an appeal with your council.
Things To Know First
All of South Wirral High School’s applications are handled by Wirral Education Authority. Some important points to know about the application process:
- Our school’s admission number is 212.
- Applications from Wirral or Cheshire based families are dealt with exactly the same.
- If we receive less than 212 applications, everyone who wants a place gets a place
- If we receive more than 212 applications our over subscription criteria is applied. This can be found be clicking the link below.
When To Apply?
| Event | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Applications Window Opens | 1st September |
| Application Window Closes | 31st October |
| Parents informed of places | 1st March |
| Appeals Window | 1st March – 31st March |
Where can I find more information?
Wirral Based Families
For parents who live in Wirral please visit Wirral Council’s website using the link below:
Cheshire Based Families
For parents who live in Cheshire please visit Cheshire Council’s website using the link below:
How do I appeal to get a place at South Wirral High School?
Admissions for South Wirral High School are handled by Wirral LA. You will need to appeal/make a late application to South Wirral High School via one of the two routes below depending on where you live.
If you live in Wirral follow the steps below:
- Download a copy of the appeals form from the Wirral schools admissions website.
- Complete the appeals form.
- Once completed send to schoolappeals@wirral.gov.uk.
If you live in Cheshire follow the steps below:
If parents would like to appeal and make a late application to another school, like South Wirral High School, they should do so by emailing admissions@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk with their request.
These applications will then be sent over to Wirral LEA for applications to be reviewed.
The Cheshire West admissions team can also be contacted on 0300 123 7039.
In-year Applications
