Admissions
Choosing a secondary school is perhaps the most important educational decision a family has to make. I am confident that at Charles Darwin School we provide an excellent educational experience for all pupils. Last year we were heavily oversubscribed and the demand for places this year promises to be even higher.
My philosophy for education is based on a blend of proven traditional educational values together with the best from our more recent and improved understanding of how students access learning and are motivated to do so. School years are some of the most important years of our life and it is important to me that our students achieve their potential, have the skills and values to thrive in society and enjoy their education, creating positive memories that stay with them forever." Mr Smith, Headteacher.
Charles Darwin School is a popular comprehensive school set in a semi- rural environment that attracts a large number of pupils often exceeding the available allocation.
All applications are made through the London Borough of Bromley and further information can be obtained on their website www.bromley.gov.uk/apply. Applications for year 7 must be made using the appropriate Common Application Form.
Appeals
Any child not offered a place has the right to appeal. Appeals should be made in writing within 14 days addressed to The Clerk to the Governors c/o Charles Darwin School. All appeals will be heard by an independent panel.
Further advice and information can be found on the Bromley website.
Please click here for our 2025_26 Admission Appeal Process
Please click here for our Appeal Form
Admissions Appeals Timetable 2025
| National Offer Day (Year 7 ) | Monday 3rd March 2025 |
| Deadline for lodging your appeal | Monday 31st March 2025 |
| Appeal application form with supporting evidence should be returned by: | Monday 28th April 2025 |
| Appeal Hearing details will be posted to appellants and panel members: | Within 10 days of the appeal hearing date |
| Date of appeal hearing | By w/c 9th June 2025 |
| Late applications – appeals heard | Within 40 school days of the appeals deadline where possible or within 30 school days of the appeal being lodged |
| In year applications – appeals heard | Within 30 school days of the appeal being lodged |
| Sixth form applications – deadline for lodging your appeal | Wednesday 17th September 2025 |
Appeals to be sent to Mrs Franco at: tfr@cdarwin.com