'IN YEAR' ADMISSIONS
Providing there are places available, we admit children into classes throughout the school at any time of year, but applications must be made via Hertfordshire County Council Admissions procedures
http://www.hertsdirect.org/services/edlearn/admissions/. Our admission numbers throughout the school is 30 children per year group. We welcome parents to visit the school and please make an appointment via the school office on 01442 211963. This offers the opportunity to see the school at work, meet the Headteacher and discuss how the school can work with you to provide the best education for your child.
Arrangements For The Admission Of Pupils With Disabilities
The Disability Discrimination Act 1995 defines a disabled person as one who has a physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on a persons ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities. Most children with Special Needs will not be disabled within the meaning of the Act. The admission of pupils with disabilities is considered in the first instance in the same way as non-disabled pupils. Further considerations are made in the light of need and accessibility. It is the Governors Policy to accommodate pupils with disabilities should parents wish and individual needs are planned for to prevent any pupils being treated less favourably than other pupils. In practice we ensure that classroom and extra curricular activities encourage the participation of all pupils, including those categorised as having Special Educational Needs. Staff organise human and physical resources within the school to increase access to learning and participation by all pupils.
Existing facilities provided to assist access to the school by pupils with disabilities:
- Wheelchair access onto school grounds at the main entrance on Shenley Road and the rear entrance on Arkley Road
- Wheelchair access into the school at all entrances, and all rooms.
- Carpeted classrooms to aid hearing impaired pupils’ learning.
- Exterior lighting to improve evening access.
- Routes to the main entrance are clearly signed and free from obstructions.
- 2 disabled parking spaces in the staff car park (Please call the office if you need to use this to drop off and pick up your child)
RECEPTION ADMISSIONS 2024/2025
Do you have a child who was born between 1st September 2019 and 31st August 2020? The above dates also apply to parents who are applying for a Junior School place for their child. Year 2 parents must apply for their child's Junior School place by 15th January 2024.
National allocation day is 16th April 2024. Choosing a school for your child is a very important decision, to help you we have organised opportunities to visit our school. During a visit you see the interactions between staff and children and how children use the learning spaces. Please call the school office on 01442 211963 to book a place. I am sure that you will understand that places on tours, particularly during the school day are limited. If you are unable to make any of the dates listed above we are also delighted to be able to share with you a virtual tour of our school which is on our home page.
Reception tour dates Thursday 2nd November 2023 9.30am FULLY BOOKED Monday 13th November 2023 9.30am FULLY BOOKED Saturday 18th November 2023 9.30am FULLY BOOKED Wednesday 22nd November 2023 6pm FULLY BOOKEDFriday 8th December 2023 9.30am FULLY BOOKED Please remember that the closing date for applications is 15th January 2024 |
Nursery Admissions 2024/25 If your child was born between 1st September 2020 and 31st August 2021 then they will be able to join our Nursery in September 2024. We have a 40 place Nursery which runs between 9am and 12 noon each day with the option of extending until 3pm. Each child is eligible for 15 hours free childcare and depending on your circumstances you may be eligible for 30 hours; we are proud to take part in the Government's 30 hours free childcare scheme. Choosing a Nursery for your child is a very important decision, to help you we have organised opportunities to visit our school. During a visit you see the interactions between staff and children and how children use the learning spaces.
Nursery tour dates Thursday 18th January 2024 9.30am FULLY BOOKED Monday 29th January 2024 2pm Friday 9th February 2024 9.30am Wednesday 6th March 2024 6pm
Please call the school office on 01442 211963 to book a place. I am sure that you will understand that places on tours, particularly during the school day are limited. Admissions to Nursery are made directly to the school. Please see the application time frame below.
Nursery application process Applications for Nursery 2024/25 open – 9am Tuesday 30th January 2024
Application closing date – 9am Monday 11th March 2024
Allocation Day- offers of a Nursery place are made to parents by email – Monday 18th March 2024
Parents/Carers to accept offer by - 9am Monday 25th March 2024
Completed application forms can be emailed to admin@holtsmereinfants.herts.sch.uk or sent/handed in to the school office.
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