Key Information for Parents

We hope that this area of the website will provide you with all the information you require, whether you are a parent of a pupil currently at The Appleton School, or if you are considering sending your child to the school in the future.

Term Dates

2025/2026

Autumn Term 2025

Monday 1st September Non-pupil day
Tuesday 2nd September Year 7 and 12 only
Year 7 Welcome Assembly - Main Hall - 11:00am
Year 12 Welcome Assembly - Main Hall - 11:30am
Wednesday 3rd September Whole school returns - 8:30am
Friday 19th September Non-pupil day
27th October – 31st October Half term
28th November Non-pupil day
Friday 19th December Last day of term

Spring Term 2026

Friday 2nd January Non-pupil day
Monday 5th January Students Return
16th February - 20st February Half Term
Friday 6th March Non-pupil day
Friday 27th March Last day of term

Summer Term 2026

Monday 13th April Students return
Monday 4th May Bank Holiday
25th May – 29th May Half Term
Friday 17th July Last day of term

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Attendance

If an occasion arises when it is unavoidable for your child to miss school, we ask that you contact the school before 8:30am by telephone on 01268 794215 or email at absence@theappletonschool.org on every day of absence. When leaving a message, kindly state a clear reason for absence, and not just unwell.

More information found in our Attendance Policy here

Admissions

Admission criteria and procedures.

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Year 6 Transition

Year 6 to Year 7 transition information and a guided tour of the school.

Guidance is also provide for any information we require from you.

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GCSE Revision Resources

We have provided a wide range of resources to aid your son/daughter when it comes to their revision for each of their examination subjects.

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Clubs & Activities

There many varied clubs and activites that students can attend throught the year.

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Parentmail Guide

Letters home

The wearing of full school uniform is compulsory for all school sessions and any journeys to and from the school site. This policy encourages students to identify with the school while promoting a positive, purposeful atmosphere during the working day.

Uniform and equipment guide

Your health and well being is important to us. The Appleton School Safeguarding team have compiled resources to support you.

Mental health and wellbeing resources