Main round admissions for the transition from Year 6 to Year 7 are dealt with by Hampshire County Council. To find out more about applying for a school place, please go to Hampshire County Council's School Admissions page.

Each September/October we hold an Open Evening for students (current and prospective) and their parents/carers. Please come along and find out what goes on at Thornden. Our departments will be showcasing a variety of events around the school.

Our next Open Evening is Thursday 9th October 2025 from 16.00-19.30; No booking is required for the Opening Evening. If you are unable to attend the open evening, we will be holding two Open Mornings, on Tuesday 14th October and Tuesday 21st October 2025 (timings to be confirmed). These are for parents/carers only and these are a bookable event made through Reception.

The number of main round applications and offers made by schools in Hampshire on the national notification date can be found under Admissions and appeals data from previous years on the Hampshire County Council website.

Further information about applying for a secondary school place (Year 7), changing your application or making a late application can be found on the Hampshire County Council website.