Knutsford Academy Year 7 Transition 2026
We hope that your child is looking forward to beginning their secondary education with us here at Knutsford Academy.
This page will contain all of the information which you need to ensure a smooth transition for your child from their primary school.
Our New Year 7 Parent Welcome Evening on Thursday 18th June was a great success. If you were unable to attend the evening, please find a copy of the evening's presentation below.
Our New Year 7 Transition Day will take place on Thursday 9th July from 8.40am - 3pm at our Westfield Drive Campus.
Please complete this New Intake Transition Day permission form as soon as possible:
Year 7 New Intake Transition Day Permission Form Thursday 9th July – Fill in form
Our specialist student support team and the Head of Year 7 are currently visiting or contacting all primary schools to meet with pupils, answer their questions and find out all about them from primary school staff.
ARBOR Parent Portal and App Access
ARBOR is the school's information management system which holds all of your child's educational records. New Intake parents will receive a welcome email from Arbor on Thursday 18th June that will allow them to either download the app or access online, register a new account or connect an existing Arbor account to Knutsford Academy.
School Transport
Northern Rail operate the train services from Northwich and Altrincham. They offer a discounted season ticket which can give up to 40% off the normal ticket price. Full details are on their website: Education Season Tickets | Save 50% | Northern
Elite Services operate a network of bus services for pupils travelling to Knutsford Academy. Full details of their services can be found in these documents.
Music for Life
We offer many world class opportunities at Knutsford Academy, including the chance for your child to learn or continue to learn a musical instrument. Full details about this can be found in these documents.
Once again, Knutsford Academy has been oversubscribed this year. If you would like to be added to our waiting list, then please contact us and Cheshire East Admissions with your child's details.
Our Admissions Policy, Appeals process and Appeal Form can be found here Admissions | Knutsford Academy
Our Headteacher, Mrs Key, and myself look forward to meeting you over the coming months.
Mr C Parr, Assistant Headteacher
