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Keys Stages 3 and 4 Admissions (Years 7-11)

 

Westminster Academy is a non-selective academy and IB World School.

 

We are delighted to welcome prospective families to the school. Our supportive staff is dedicated to making the transition process as smooth as possible for students and their families.

Year 6 Applications (for Year 7 the following year)

Year 6 applications to Westminster Academy must be made via the Pan London e-admissions system. The deadline for Year 7 admissions for September 2026 entry is 31st October. Please visit Westminster City Council’s secondary admissions pages here for more information.

Open Days

We were delighted to welcome prospective students to five Open Day events in July, September and October this year. Our next Open Morning will take place in July 2026. 

 

In-year Applications (Years 7-11)

Our in-year admissions are managed by Westminster City Council (WCC). If you are interested in a place at WA in Years 7-11, please complete the WCC in-year application form, which can be found here.

WA Prospectus

WA Admissions Policy

Supporting the Year 6 to Year 7 Transition

The most valuable and effective part of our transition programme for new Year 7 students is our annual "Welcome to WA!" Orientation Programme.

For basic information about uniform and a guide for new students, please visit our Parents and Carers page.

Key dates regarding admissions and transition 2025-2026:

  • ApplicationFood activity at Open Evenings online via Pan-London e-admissions (deadline: 31st October 2025)

  • Applications administered by the council November 2025 - February 2026. (There is no additional form required for WA. Criteria: Looked After Children; exceptional need; siblings; distance.)

  • National Offer Day: 2nd March 2026

  • Year 6 Welcome Evening for successful applicants in March 2026

  • Year Information Evening in June 2026

  • Year 6 Induction Day in July 2026

  • Year 7 team building - summer/autumn 2026                   

For any questions about WA admissions, please call us on 020 7121 0600 or email: Admission@WestminsterAcademy.org.uk

Recent News

  • 11/27/25 Thank you for chatting to our IB students this week and raising awareness of the value of an education in UK state schools. Read more— Westminster Academy () November 27, 2025
  • 11/25/25 A real pleasure to welcome Olli-Pekka Heinonen, Richard Markham and journalists today to discuss why the IB is so valuable to a state school like ours. And thanks to our and students who joined to share their passion for the IB! pic.twitter.com/Gl5cP30wg0— Westminster Academy () November 25, 2025
  • 11/19/25 A huge win for our Sixth Form Football team last Friday, beating St Augustine’s 3-1! JP pulled off an outrageous goal, and the whole squad delivered an excellent all-around performance. Quality football from start to finish! ⚽🔥 #Football — Westminster Academy () November 19, 2025
  • 11/18/25 Last night, our U16 Girls delivered a phenomenal 2-0 victory over Southbank! In freezing conditions and with only 7 players, they showed incredible resilience, teamwork and determination. A brilliant performance from a brilliant group 👏⚽❄️ #GrassrootsFootball — Westminster Academy () November 18, 2025
  • 11/11/25 Today the Principal and our Cadets led a minute's silence in honour of those who sacrificed their lives to protect our freedom, and all those around the world affected by conflict today. pic.twitter.com/SVq2R2DT7G— Westminster Academy () November 11, 2025
  • 11/10/25 Year 7 students loved the activities on their residential at Grosvenor Hall, Kent with ! They share their reflections here➡️ Read more pic.twitter.com/dbNE4iMQcp— Westminster Academy () November 10, 2025
  • 11/4/25 Thanks to all who have registered to attend our Sixth Form Open Evening tonight! We're looking forward to meeting you and chatting about our programmes! pic.twitter.com/HoBPwJrZwR— Westminster Academy () November 4, 2025
  • 10/23/25 We currently have some exciting vacancies for outstanding teachers, leaders and support staff wishing to join our wonderful team! You can explore the available positions here: Read more pic.twitter.com/Kvzhf5yBmo— Westminster Academy () October 23, 2025
  • 10/16/25 💛 Ready to make a difference? Join our Intro to Volunteering Session: 📆17 Nov 🕙10am–2pm 📍Westminster City Hall! Meet others, explore roles, get inspired & start your volunteering journey 🌟 👉 Sign up: Read more pic.twitter.com/yaD1aO4vlo— ActiveWestminster () October 16, 2025
  • 10/14/25 We're looking forward to opening our doors to prospective students at our Sixth Form Open Evening on Tuesday 4th November! Find out more about our outstanding and courses and what life is like at WA Sixth Form. Register here: Read more pic.twitter.com/o8juy5tztZ— Westminster Academy () October 14, 2025
  • 09/30/25 We're looking forward to meeting Year 6 families for our open evening tonight! pic.twitter.com/bHHOih2WAo— Westminster Academy () September 30, 2025
  • 09/23/25 Coding Club. Learn how to code in a fun and creative way. 📆 Every Thursday (term-time only) 📍 Queen's Park Library 🕑 4 -5pm pic.twitter.com/30QsCVfgi5— Westminster Libraries and Archives () September 23, 2025

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