Little Downsend Admissions Information
Age Groups at Little Downsend
Each Little Downsend is divided into the following year groups. Most pupils join us in First Steps and progress through the school, however, we are delighted to consider applications for other year groups dependent upon the availability of places.
| Year group | Ages |
| First Steps | 2 – 3 |
| Rising Reception | 3 – 4 |
| Reception | 4 – 5 |
| Year 1 | 5 – 6 |
Enrolling at Little Downsend
Choosing a Nursery school, or looking for a Reception or Year 1 place for your child can be challenging. Our Admissions Team works all year round to answer any questions you may have and to ensure that enrolling at Little Downsend is as easy as possible.
Make contact with us
We are available all year round and welcome an informal conversation about how we can support you in deciding which school is right for your child.
Visit us
We would love to show you around our schools and to talk in detail about your child. Just complete our booking form and we will make contact with you to agree a suitable time.
Register for a place
When you have finalised your decision we ask you to complete our registration form to our, along with a Registration fee.
The team will confirm receipt and will be in contact with next steps.
Steps to offer
We like to invite children to our toddler groups, or to join a class, to see how they settle into the environment.
Our Admissions Team will then contact you with an offer of a place.
Confirm your child's place at Little Downsend
Our Admissions Team will send you the paperwork and deposit requirements in order to secure your child’s place.
Once confirmed, we will invite you in for settling-in sessions.
