Year 7 2026 applications
We are delighted that you are considering Walton High for your child’s transition to secondary school in September 2026. Beginning Year 7 is an exciting milestone, and at Walton High we are committed to ensuring every student feels supported, inspired, and ready to thrive from day one.
As one school operating across two vibrant campuses — Walnut Tree (Fyfield Barrow) and Brooklands (Fen Street) — Walton High provides a dynamic and inclusive learning community for students aged 11–19. Admissions are made to Walton High as a whole, not to a specific campus, ensuring equal access to our outstanding facilities, dedicated staff, and broad curriculum. You will receive an email by end of March with the Campus allocation on.
Our aim is to nurture both academic excellence and personal development. Students benefit from a rich educational experience that encourages curiosity, creativity, confidence, and resilience. Alongside our strong academic programme, we offer an extensive range of extracurricular activities, pastoral support, and enrichment opportunities to help every student discover their interests and reach their full potential.
Starting a new school is a significant step, and we are here to guide you through the admissions process and transition journey. Whether you would like information about open events, curriculum pathways, pastoral care, or daily school life, our team is happy to help.
If you have any questions or require additional support, please contact our Admissions Team at admissions@wh5d.com.
We look forward to welcoming our new Year 7 cohort in September 2026 and working together to shape a successful and enjoyable start to their secondary education at Walton High.
Admission Policy for Y7 Sept 2026
Closing date for year 7 applications for September 2026 is the 31st October these are completed through Milton Keynes council. Late applications will also be accepted through the Milton Keynes Council Website
Walnut Tree Prospectus
Walton High Timetable for Admission Appeals Year 7 September 2026
Following National offer day on Monday 2nd March 2026, if you named Walton High as one of your preferences and were unsuccessful, you will be sent a letter from the school providing further details as to why it wasn’t possible to allocate a place.
All unsuccessful applicants have a right to appeal against the decision not to offer a place to an independent appeals panel.
Should you wish to appeal against the decision not to offer your child a place at Walton High please completed the form on the website and email to admissions@wh5d.com.
The appeal timetable* for Walton High for students transferring to Year 7 in September 2026 is shown below. Both the stage 1 hearing and Sage 2 individual hearings will be held virtually. With meeting invites issued by the Clerk to the independent Appeal Panel nearer the time.
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Monday 2nd March2026 |
National Offer Day |
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Friday 27th March 2026 at 12 noon |
Deadline to lodge an Appeal This is the deadline by which the completed form must be received by the Clerk to the independent Appeal Panel |
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Tuesday 2nd June 2026 – Morning only |
Stage 1 Appeal Hearing All appellants are invited to attend. |
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The stage 1 hearing is where the school will set out its reason for a decision not to admit. This will be open to all appellants |
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Tuesday 2nd June 2026 - Afternoon |
Stage 2 appeal Hearings Individual hearings |
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Tuesday 16th June 2026 |
Stage 2 appeal Hearings Stage 2 hearings will be individual hearings for each appellant and will provide the opportunity for the appellants to put their case for admission to the panel |
*Please note: it may not be possible to include within this timetable any appeals that are lodged after the deadline.
For information, Walton High closes for the Easter Holidays at the end of the 28th March 2026 and reopens on Monday 13th April 2026