Applying to Year 7
We understand that starting secondary school is one of the most significant milestones in a young person’s life, a moment filled with excitement, curiosity, and perhaps a few nerves.
At Harris Academy Ockendon, we are committed to making this transition not just smooth, but truly empowering.
Our priority is to ensure every student joining us in September feels confident, supported, and ready to thrive from day one. We work closely with families, providing clear and timely information to help them guide their children through this important change.
Together, we’re laying the foundation for a new and exciting chapter, one where our students can embrace fresh opportunities, and grow in confidence.
Applying for a place at Harris Academy Ockendon is done via Thurrock Local Authority. Please click HERE to be taken to their website, where you will find information about how and when to apply, what to do if you wish to appeal and how to apply late or make an ‘in year’ application. There is also information about catchment areas by address.
Our full admissions policy, with details of our admissions criteria, can be downloaded from the bottom of the page.
For more information about our wonderful academy please feel free to browse this website, or click HERE to view our current Academy Prospectus.
Welcome to the start of something extraordinary.
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1st September 2026 |
Application period opens at 9.00am |
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24th September 2026 |
Year 6 Open Evening 5.00-7.00pm. |
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31st October 2026 |
Application period closes for on-time applications |
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1st March 2027 |
Notification of offers are available from 12.30am |
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12th April 2027 |
Admissions Appeals closing date |
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June 2027 (exact dates to be confirmed) |
Admissions Appeals heard |
Parents/carers will have the right of appeal to an independent appeal panel if they are dissatisfied with an admission decision of the academy. The appeal panel will be independent of the academy. The arrangements for appeals will be in line with the school’s admissions appeals code published by the Department for Education. Should you wish to appeal, please complete the Appeals Application form at the bottom of the page.
For information purposes, below is a breakdown of the appeals received for HAOC and their outcomes for September 2026 entry.
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Lodged |
20 |
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Withdrawn |
2 |
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Heard |
18 |
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Upheld |
2 |
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Rejected |
16 |
Please be aware that any appeal must either demonstrate the academy has administered their admissions policy incorrectly or that HAOC can provide access to an education that your current school cannot. If an appeal is made on medical grounds, evidence must be provided from a GP or hospital consultant.
Please follow the link below to view the appeals code.
Policies & Documents
Admissions
Our published admission number (PAN) for each year group is: 240