Frequently asked questions
Do I have to book a place at your Open Evening?
No. Our Open Evening is open to all parents and carers of students who will be seeking a place in Year 7 in September 2025.
What time does your Open Evening start?
Doors will be opened at 5:45pm but you are able to arrive at any time up to 7:30pm. Our advice is to be mindful of the fact that one of the most important parts of the evening is the Principal's Presentation and to plan your visit around these.
What is the Principal's Presentation?
This is when Mr Shaw will communicate clear messages about the academy to prospective parents and carers. There are 2 times in the evening when these will take place; 6:00pm and 7:00pm. The presentation is the same at each of these times.
Please be aware that these presentations take place in the KBA Theatre and there is a seating capacity of 380 for each presentation. The first presentation is always very busy so you may prefer to look around the building first and then attend one of the later presentations.
What will I see at Open Evening?
You will be able to make your own way around our building in order to visit different subject areas and meet our amazing staff. There will be activities taking place that children can join in with. You will also be able to visit our Sports Hall and astroturf where members of the PE department will be conducting activities.
You will also be able to meet staff from our SEND and Welfare teams as well as our Student Voice representatives.
What is an Academy In Action Tour?
We know the importance of choosing the right school for your child. We also know that an Open Evening is a great introduction to a school but it does not show what happens during a typical school day. Academy In Action tours allow you to experience this.
Academy in Action tours take place from Monday 30th September. We have one tour a day up until Friday 18th October.
Tours begin at 8:45am and take approximately 90 minutes, including visits to classrooms where students can be seen working.
How can I book a place on an Academy In Action tour?
If you attend Open Evening you will be able to sign up for an Academy in Action tour on the night. You will also be able to book a place on a tour after the Open Evening via this page of our website after Open Evening has taken place.
Can I bring my child to an Academy In Action tour?
Yes, we are more than happy to welcome Year 6 students as well as their parents. The tours take place during the school day so please inform your child's primary school that they will not be in school whilst visiting us here at KBA.
If I am unable to attend Open Evening is there any way I can look around your building?
Yes. You are able to take your own virtual tour of our building by clicking on the image below.
The deadline for completion of your application form for a secondary school place closes at midnight on 31st October 2024.
Further information regarding school admissions can be found on the North Northants County Council website.