During the term when your child becomes 5 years old, we refer to them as Reception children.  Before this, we refer to them as Early Years children.  Early Years children have the option to start school at the beginning of the Autumn Term (September) following their 4th birthday so they could be with us for two terms as Early Years and then one term as Reception.  Children are not legally obliged to attend school until the term following their 5th birthday, at this time they are referred to as Year 1.  Many parents like to take advantage of an early start for their children.  If you feel your child is not ready to start school in September please come and discuss the situation with either the Headteacher or the Early Years/Reception Co-ordinator.  You may decide that you would like your child to start later in the term.  We are always happy to discuss start dates with parents and find a time that is going to be most beneficial to the child.

Normally all children start school in the September after their 4th birthday.  For those children who will be come 5 before Christmas we offer them a full time place.  For those who will become 5 after Christmas we offer them a place for mornings only.  However, with so many children now attending nursery and playschool on a full-time basis you may feel that a part-time place is not appropriate.  Again, we are happy to discuss the situation with you.