Admissions Information

Transfers to The Bulwell Academy during the School Year

If you wish your child to transfer to The Bulwell Academy during the current academic year, please complete the online application form on the Nottingham City Council website:

nottinghamcity.gov.uk/inyearadmissions

Please search for The Bulwell Academy when applying.

If you require any help with your application, please contact Nottingham City Council. The Academy will not be able to provide support.

For support:

  • Telephone: 0115 8415568 Monday to Wednesday (9.30am to 12.30pm)
  • Complete the online contact form.


Transfers from Primary to Secondary School

Admissions to Year 7 for September can be made directly through the Nottingham City Council website.

The Nottingham Schools Admissions Team encourages parents/carers to apply online to save time, money and the environment. A letter detailing the application process will be sent to parents at the beginning of Year 6.

If you require further information about the Admissions process, please contact Nottingham School Admissions on 0115 841 5568 or visit the School Admissions section of the Nottingham City Council website.

For more information about the transition from primary school to The Bulwell Academy, please see the page Preparing for Year 7

If your child is in Year 6 and has had a place accepted, find out more information on our Transition page.


Open Evening

Our next annual Open Evening will take place in October 2024. Click here to find out more.

Choosing the right ‘big school’ is a huge decision. Our annual Open Evening takes place on Thursday 3 October , providing an opportunity for prospective families to find out why The Bulwell Academy is the right choice for your child.

If you are not able to attend our Open Evening and would like a tour of the school, please contact Mrs Tracey Sadler, PA to the Senior Leadership Team to arrange a visit: enquiries@bulwellacademy.org.uk

Admissions Policies & Resources

The Bulwell Academy is required to publicly consult on the school’s admission arrangements at least once every 7 years. Should you wish to participate in the consultation of the 2025-2026 admission arrangements, please forward any comments by email to enquiries@bulwellacademy.org.uk with the subject heading of Admissions Consultation.