Join Us In Year 7

We are delighted that you are considering St Mary’s for your child.  The process for admission into Year 7 in September 2025 begins in September 2024 and is via the local authority. Details of their processes can be found at https://www.leeds.gov.uk/schools-and-education/school-admissions 

Please navigate the documents below regarding Year 7 entry 2025 for St Mary’s.

Application Process and Timescales

To apply for a place in Year 7 for September 2025 in the normal admission round, a standard application form known as the Common Preference Form (CPF) must be completed, and returned to the relevant Local Authority by 31 October 2024. Failure to provide a CPF would mean that an application is not valid.

If parents feel that they should be in a specific category ie Baptised Catholic, then they are required to complete a Supplementary Information Form (SIF) and provide the required evidence. The SIF is available in the documentation below. If you require a paper copy, please contact the school. The SIF should be submitted by 31 October 2024 to Admissions, St Mary’s Catholic Voluntary Academy, Bradford Road, Menston, LS29 6AE or on admin@stmarysmenston.org Failure to provide a SIF may affect the category your application is placed in. Please note that it is the responsibility of the parent/carer to complete all forms and supply evidence – reminders will not be sent.

Parents/carers will be advised of the outcome of their application on Monday 3 March 2025 by the Local Authority. Unsuccessful applicants will be given reasons related to the over-subscription criteria listed in the Admissions Policy and advised of their right of appeal. Details of the appeals process can be found below. 

Admission policy and documentation for Year 7 entry 2025

Defined map areas 

Defined Area Map - OtleyDefined Area Map - PudseyDefined Area Map - HorsforthDefined Area Map - YeadonDefined Area Map - IlkleyDefined Area Map - Skipton

Number on roll

Number of Students Currently on Roll:

Information correct as of 18th December 2024

Further General Admissions and Appeals information

For enquiries about admissions (Years 7–11), please contact:
Admissions
admin@stmarysmenston.org 

For enquiries about admissions (Sixth Form), please see Sixth Form Admissions pages here or contact 
Mrs Andrews
Pastoral Manager
j.andrews@stmarysmenston.org 

Transition

We are committed to ensuring a smooth transition for our prospective students with a programme of activities which begins in Year 4. Please see our transition page here for the most up to date programme of events.