Reception New Starters
A big hello to all those children and their families who are looking to join us in our Reception classes in September 2026!
Starting school is a big milestone for your child and our aim is to make the transition to Reception a smooth one.
We will be holding a parent meeting on Wednesday 17th June 2026 to welcome new families and share information about what to expect in September and our transition plans for the Summer Term.
You should all now have received your welcome letter. If not, please contact the school office on 01244 621124 and we can make sure you have the information needed.
Schools only manage in year transfers and it is the Local Authority who oversee Reception admissions. For more information parents can access the website by clicking on this link: Reception Admissions
Below you can find some useful information about starting school including a 'School Readiness' document with some great information about giving your child the best possible start to their school journey.
The Starting Well website is also a great place to find advice about how best to support yor child as the get ready to start school. https://www.startingwell.org.uk/school-readiness
Another great source of information is the 'Preparing for School' section on Best Start in Life website https://beststartinlife.gov.uk/preparing-for-school/
Here you will find a wealth of information about how best to prepare and support your child when they join school, advice around toileting and screen time and general parenting advice.
If you have any queries, please contact school and a member of the Reception Team will be happy to speak with you.
We look forward to welcoming you into Reception very soon!