A good academy converter school in Surrey. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Matthew Arnold School.
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The Matthew Arnold School will be admitting 196 pupils into Year 7 in September 2026. Applications are via Surrey County Council’s School Admissions team who co-ordinate our applications. The closing date for applications is 31 October 2025. National Offer Day is 2 March 2026. View our admissions policy/admissions arrangements for details about selection criteria, over-subscribed criteria, admissions number and arrangements for disabled students. In-Year Admissions are handled by the Local Governing Committee in line with the School Admissions Code 2021; applications can be made online or via email ([email protected]) and a Headteacher meeting may be arranged if a place becomes available. Appeals are handled by Surrey School Appeals. For questions, contact main reception: 01784 457275.