How to apply for Year 7 places
Applications for places at Ark Victoria will be made in accordance with Birmingham Council's co-ordinated admission arrangements.
Applications must be submitted through the Birmingham Council website, using the link below.
Applications to start school in September 2025 needed to be submitted by the 31st of October 2024. Late applications will also need to be submitted through the Birmingham Council website.
Parents will be notified by Birmingham Council on the 3rd March 2025 if their application was successful.
If you are successful an induction day will be held on the 2nd July 2025. If you have been unsuccessful, you can appeal your application.
If you have any questions about the admissions process, don't hesitate to get in contact.
In Year Secondary admissions
You can apply for an in-year place throughout the academic year.
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Best-in-class careers provision
Our pupils dream big for life after school thanks to our highly aspirational careers programme, which includes visits to prestigious universities and employers, one-to-one guidance and a rich programme of workshops and visiting speakers.

Ark Music Programme
Designed to foster a life-long love of music, the Ark Music Programme offers a wealth of experience for all pupils at all levels, including an annual Music Gala where pupils have the opportunity to perform at a national level.

Setting your child up for success
We're proud that students from Ark Schools are 3 times more likely to go on to a top tier university at the end of their school career.
