Admissions

Thank you so much for sharing an interest in your child starting at Staverton, we warmly welcome visits from prospective families. Please contact Mrs Jo Sykes in the school office on 01225 782388 to arrange a convenient time.

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Application process

As a Voluntary Controlled (VC) school in Wiltshire, the Local Authority (Wiltshire Council) manages admissions. Our Pupil Admission Number (PAN) is 30, set according to building size and facilities.

Admissions open on the 1st September of the academic year before your child is due to start school and close on 15th January of the year they are due to start in. Applications are made online but if the deadline for this has passed, you will need to complete a paper application form. For further information on the application process, including a timetable of events, please visit the Wiltshire Council School Admissions page on their website by clicking here.

For children with an EHCP, please contact your child's SEND lead worker or Wiltshire Council SEND Services (01225 718095).

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New Reception children

Parents and school – a partnership

Children learn most in the years before starting school. Please let us know of any concerns or information that will help us support your child. Teachers are available at the end of the day for queries, and you'll have a meeting about 3 weeks after your child starts.‍

Induction arrangements

Since 2011, children may start full days at the beginning of the school year regardless of birth month.

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In-year transfers

If your child is transferring mid-year:

  • See Wiltshire LA guidance: "Apply for an In-Year Transfer"
  • Moves not linked to relocation should first be discussed with your current school
  • Application forms must be completed fully. We will contact your child's current and previous Headteachers before confirming a transfer

A day in the life of Staverton

The school day

  • Arrival: from 8:35am (school starts 8:45am)
  • Morning snack: fruit/veg provided at 10:40am
  • Lunch: 12:15pm (packed or school meal, children may sit with friends)
  • Home time: 3:15pm (children are handed over individually – please notify the teacher if someone else will collect your child)

What your child needs

  • Arrival: from 8:35am (school starts 8:45am)
  • Morning snack: fruit/veg provided at 10:40am
  • Lunch: 12:15pm (packed or school meal, children may sit with friends)
  • Home time: 3:15pm (children are handed over individually – please notify the teacher if someone else will collect your child)
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Why families choose Staverton

"Communication has been excellent since Mr Powe joined... the whole 'no walls' thing is brilliant."
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"You are all fantastic at your job."
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"Staverton school's strength is how close of a unit the school has become."
Parent
"The school has an increased sense of community... a safe and friendly environment for my children to learn in.
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