Start your journey at Charter Bermondsey
Choosing the right school is an important decision and we're here to guide you, every step of the way.
The best way to understand what makes Charter Bermondsey special is to come and see it for yourself. Our open events give families the chance to meet our staff and students, explore our brand new building and get a real feel for the community your child would be joining.
Open Mornings
Our open mornings let you see the school exactly as it is on a normal day. Walk through our corridors, visit lessons in progress and hear from the Principal and senior staff. Student guides will lead small group tours so you can ask questions and see learning happening in real time.
Open Evening
Our open evening is a relaxed, informal event. After hearing from the Principal, student ambassadors will take you on a guided tour of our specialist spaces and departments. You will have plenty of opportunities to speak with teachers, students and even take part in some activities.
Can't make an open event?
No problem. We are always happy to arrange a visit at a time that suits your family.
Contact our Admissions Officer, to book a tour.
Applications for Year 7 entry must be made through Southwark Local Authority as part of the national secondary admissions process. All deadlines, criteria and the online application form are available on the Southwark Admissions website.
To apply for a Year 7 place for September 2027, please complete your home local authority's online form by 31 October 2026.
We strongly recommend reading our Admissions Policy before applying. If you have any questions about the process or the transition from Year 6 to Year 7, our Admissions Officer is here to help.
National Offer Day for secondary school places is 1 March each year. Offers are made by Southwark Local Authority, not directly by the school. Once you receive your offer, you will need to accept it by the deadline stated in your offer letter.
If you would like your child to join Charter Bermondsey during the academic year, this is known as an in-year admission. All in-year applications must be verified by Southwark Local Authority.
If your child is currently attending a Southwark school, you must complete and submit the Southwark Council in-year application form before we can consider your request. Information and the application form are available on the Southwark Admissions website.
For any questions about in-year admissions, contact our Admissions Officer. admissions@charterbermondsey.org.uk
Yes. You can attend one of our open mornings or our open evening in September and October. If you cannot make an open event we are happy to arrange a visit at another time. Contact our Admissions Officer Mrs M. Adade-Boateng at admissions@charterbermondsey.org.uk to book.
If your child is not offered a place you have the right to appeal. Information about the appeals process is available from Southwark Local Authority. You may also ask to be placed on a waiting list.
The deadline for Year 7 applications is 31 October each year. Applications are made through your home local authority not directly through the school.
Places are allocated according to our Admissions Policy which is available to download on this page. We recommend reading it carefully before applying.
All in-year applications go through Southwark Local Authority. If your child currently attends a Southwark school, you must submit the Southwark Council in-year application form first. Contact our Admissions Officer for guidance at admissions@charterbermondsey.org.uk.
The school does not operate a catchment area. Places are allocated according to the criteria set out in our Admissions Policy. We recommend reading the policy carefully before applying.
Where the number of applications for admission is greater than the published admissions number, applications will be considered against the criteria set out below.
If in categories 1 to 3 above, a tie break is necessary to determine which child is admitted, random allocation will be used
The Charter School Bermondsey has an Independent Appeals Panel appointed in accordance with the provisions of the statutory Code of Practice on School Admission Appeals. If your child has not been offered a place at The Charter School Bermondsey, you have the right of appeal to the panel.
Please find the timetable for admissions appeals for students who wish to join the school in September 2026:
Appeals for in-year applications is as follows:
You must lodge the appeal within 20 school days upon receipt of your letter of refusal. You MUST state the reasons for your appeal and supply documentary evidence at this stage. Appeals are heard within 30 school days of receipt of the appeal form.
Please contact the school for more information or forms.
