What to do and when in order to apply to join us in September 2025.

September 2024

Applications opened on Monday 2 September. Apply online: connell.applicaa.com

We’ll be visiting schools, presenting in Year 11 assemblies and attending careers fairs to tell you everything you need to know about Connell. Come along and chat to us about our courses, entry requirements or anything else you’d like to know!

October 2024

We have an open evening on Thursday 3 October. Come and visit us; see our college and facilities; speak to our teachers about our courses; and speak to our students about life at Connell.

More school visits.

November 2024

We have an open day on Saturday 16 November, 10am-1pm - register online.

Our priority deadline is Monday 18 November. If you apply before this deadline, you may be invited to a pre-Christmas interview.

December 2024

Priority interview evenings take place. Meet the priority deadline to be invited.

January 2025

Application deadline is Friday 17 January. Apply before this deadline for a possible spring interview.

March 2025

Our Discover Day takes place on Saturday 22 March. We’ll invite successful applicants to come and try out sessions in their chosen subjects. Keep an eye on your emails as space is limited, and it fills up fast!

July 2025

We'll invite you to attend a new starter induction after your exams. This will give you a final opportunity to visit Connell before the summer. You'll be able to meet your potential new classmates and ask any questions about joining us in September.

August 2025

Students who hold an offer will be invited to enrol in August. Those who have not applied through our usual process may still be able to enrol - please return to this page in August.