We are able to offer both Foundation 1 (Nursery) provision (before the children start full-time school), as well as standard Foundation 2 (Reception) full-time school provision (at the beginning of the Autumn term in the school year in which they turn 5).
Foundation 1 (F1) - Nursery
We are able to offer Foundation 1 (F1) provision before the children start full-time school. Children may join F1 after their third birthday as below:
- Children with birthdays between 1st January and 31st March may be admitted to F1 on the first day of the Summer term, in May following their 3rd birthday.
- Children with birthdays between 1st April to 31st August may be admitted to F1 on the first day of the Autumn term, in September following their 3rd birthday.
- Children with birthdays between 1st September to 31st December may be admitted to F1 on the first day of the Spring, term in January following their 3rd birthday.
We offer morning or afternoon sessions of 3 hours in line with the government’s commitment to providing 15 hours per week of free Early Years provision for 3 year olds.
- Morning: 8:30am – 11:30am
- Afternoon: 12:30pm – 3:30pm
We are also able to offer extended F1 provision, above the 15 hour entitlement, which parents can take advantage of by paying for supplementary sessions or by applying for 30 hours funding. This is subject to places being available and payment will always be expected in advance if parents are not eligible for 30 hours funding.
Foundation 2 (F2) - Reception
Children will be admitted to full-time school (F2) at the beginning of the Autumn term in the school year in which they turn 5.
All admissions to F2 are the responsibility of Nottinghamshire County Council. Admissions criteria can change from year to year so please visit the School Admissions Hub for the latest information.
Our Published Admissions Number (PAN) is currently 60 for all year groups - F2 to Year 6.
In year applications and Special Consideration
For all other applications or details about how to apply in-year, please visit the School Admissions Hub or contact Nottinghamshire County Council Admissions on 0300 500 8080.