Application Calendar

Dates for Applications

The window for online applications to Holy Cross for September 2026 is between:

Wednesday 1st October and Monday 1st December 2025.

Offers

Offers of places to study at Holy Cross are finalised after the completion of our main interview evenings.

Our final interview evening for entry in September 2026 will be held on Wednesday 7th January 2026 and we are committed to posting formal offer letters by Monday 9th February 2026.

Students will receive an email and a text to confirm the release of the offers which will also be accessible via their student portal on that date.

Students will need to formally respond to their offer within their portal, as well as confirming they have read and understood the terms and conditions relevant to the offer. 

How the Application Process works

Step 1 – Create an application

Create an application using the link at the bottom of this page.

Step 2 – Submit your application

Once submitted, if any of your contact details change, please contact the Admissions Team so these can be updated.

It is crucial that this information is kept up to date throughout the entire process as the majority of communication between you and Holy Cross will be using the details you have entered and your student portal.

Step 3 – Interviews

All applicants who apply by the deadline are offered an interview – your interview details will be published on your student portal.

You will be able to access your portal via the link in the original email sent to you when you started your application.

Please log on to view your interview details and download important additional information.

Add your interview to your calendar and/or diary to make sure you attend. 

Step 4 – Places offered

  1. You will be notified by letter and in your student portal if you have received an offer. This will be after all applicants have been interviewed.
  2. Please accept or decline your offer on your student portal by the date given
  3. Further details about New Students' Day (Monday 22nd June 2026) will be posted on your portal nearer the time. 
  4. Enrolment will start on GCSE Results Day in August 2026. Further details will be posted on your portal later in the year.

Useful Links:

Create ApplicationLog on to your Holy Cross Admissions PortalForgotten Password

Admissions Team:

0161 762 4510

Documents

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