HALF-TERM is well and truly here but some parents might be thinking about which 'big school' their child will step into in September.

There are lots of secondary schools in Bracknell Forest but children will always have a preference as to which one is their favourite.

To make it easier for parents, we have compiled a list of open days that some schools in the Bracknell Forest area will be running in the coming months.

Below is a list of schools in the borough, their inspection report rating, and when they are hosting open days for prospecting parents of potential students.

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(Always double check with the school as dates/times might be subject to change.)

Garth Hill College

Ofsted rating: Good

Open evening: Wednesday, September 29

Ranelagh School

Ofsted rating: Outstanding

Open days/evenings:Thursday, September 16 and Monday, September 20.

Students are invited to visit the school with their parents or carers during the afternoon session (2.00pm – 3.15pm) when the school will be open for tours.

The evening session for parents or carers (6.30pm – 8.00pm) will start with a presentation about the school, including Admissions Policy and Procedures.

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The Brakenhale School

Ofsted rating: Good

Open Evening: Thursday, September 26 from 6pm to 8.30pm

School Tours for Year 7 intake take place between 9.15am – 10.45am and these are the dates you can book onto online: 21/23/28/30 September or 5/7/12/14/19/21 October

Kennel Lane School

Ofsted rating: Good

All learners who are on roll at Kennel Lane School have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). All learners at Kennel Lane School have a learning need.

If you would like for your young person to be considered for a place at Kennel Lane School, please contact Bracknell Forest Local Authority Special Educational Needs Team;

Telephone Number – 01344 354039

Email Address – Sen.Education@bracknell-forest.gov.uk

Easthampstead Park Community School

Ofsted rating: Good

Open evenings: EPCS's website sates: "In light of the current situation with coronavirus, we are not able to hold our open evening this year in the traditional way. Instead, we have prepared a virtual open evening experience!"

Click here to see the virtual tour of the school

St Crispin's School

Ofsted rating: awaiting

Open evening: Monday, September 20 from 6.30-8.30pm.

You can reserve a seat at Ms Rhodes, Headteacher’s welcome at 6.45pm, 7.15pm or 7.45pm. Online booking opens Friday 3rd September.

You can learn about the Year 6 transition programme from Mr Blyth, Deputy Headteacher (Pastoral and Transition Lead) and chat with current students who will be on hand to answer any questions that you or your child may have.

There's also a number of open mornings from 9 to 10.30am on September 22/27 and October 4/6 and 12.