Admissions

The school's process for applications through the local authority - general admission arrangements (including transfer to high school and in-year applications). Dereham Neatherd High School data, including admission numbers and oversubscription criteria, can be found here in the admissions policy.

The local authority link also includes information about the offers process, the admissions timeline, and the appeals code and process.

https://www.norfolk.gov.uk/education-and-learning/schools/school-admissions

Dereham Neatherd High School is consulting on its proposed admission arrangements for entry in September 2027.  This particular consultation applies to admissions to Year 7 and for in-year admissions during the 2027–28 academic year.   The consultation closes on Friday 16th January 2026.  All responses will be considered before the final admission arrangements are determined and published by 28 February 2026, in line with statutory requirements. 

Admissions Consultation Document