Starting Nursery and Reception

We work very hard to ensure that children have a smooth transition into Nursery and Reception. We recognise that the move into a new school or year group is a big one – often for parents and carers as much as for the children.

On our website, you'll find key information and photographs of our EYFS provision. Please refer to the curriculum and school newsletters for key dates and any updates to start/finish times or changes for each year group/class.

Starting Years 1 to 6

All year groups have government statutory schemes of learning to follow. The children will be assessed at the end of the year to see if they have reached the expected standard. All children are supported in order to achieve this and are given extra support and guidance if needed.

For Year 1, the organisation and timetable for the day looks a little different to that experienced in Reception. For Years 2 to 6, the organisation and timetable are fairly the same.

To help your child with the transition into a new class, they will take part in numerous activities and events:

• 'Meet the Teacher' Art Workshop events alongside parents.
• Reception to Y1 Parent information guides and meetings.

Please refer to the curriculum and school newsletters for key dates and any updates to start/finish times or changes for each year group/class.

Starting Year 7

Children who are currently in Year 6 who will start secondary school in Hackney in September 2026, need to apply online for a place at their preferred secondary schools. This process is managed by Hackney Education, and you will need to submit your application via eAdmissions before 31 October 2025.

Applications submitted after the deadline are not processed by Hackney Education and may result in your child being allocated a place at a Hackney secondary school not on your preferred list. 

If you have any questions, please contact the school office.