All Saints Church of England Academy

Admissions

All Saint's Academy is part of Authentic Education Trust, and we are a denominational school within the Diocese of Salisbury. We welcome applications from families of Christian denominations but also from parents/carers with other religions or none, but who will support the ethos of our school community as born in our Vision,

“Act Wisely, Build Community, Help Others”.

We provide a balanced comprehensive education for all of our pupils and our staff work together to encourage them to reach their full potential and prepare them well for their next stage of life, be it A-Levels and University or a vocational career. 

Applying for a school place

All admissions, in year and secondary transition, are processed by Dorset Council, considering our Admissions Policy and oversubscription criteria:

Apply for a school place – Dorset Council

The in-year co-ordinated scheme for applications can be found in the Parents’ Guide on the associated pages within the link below:

Parents' Guide - Dorset Council

Please note, you may need to complete a supplementary information form (SIF) if you wish to apply for a place at All Saint's Academy on faith or religious grounds.

Religious schools that need more information - Dorset Council

Appeals

Appeals for a place at All Saints will also be processed by Dorset Council in accordance with their timetable:

Admission appeals timetable - Dorset Council

Please note, you will have 20 days to make an appeal from the date you are notified of the decision not to offer your child a place. 

To appeal a school admission decision, please see the link below for information on the process:

Appeal a school admission decision - Dorset Council

Department for Education - Appeals Guide

Admissions appeals for school places - DfE

Advice for parents and guardians on school admission appeals - DfE

Admissions contact details

If you wish to discuss a place for your child at All Saints or to arrange a visit, please use the contact details below:

Senior Pupil Administrator: Mrs Lynda Lewendon

Email: mrslewendon@allsaints-academy.co.uk

Direct Line: 01305 830601

Main Office: 01305783391

Useful admissions links

Admissions 2025-2026

Admissions 2024-2025

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