Starting School September 2025

Admission number

Our pupil admission number is 30 full time places.

For a part time nursery place:

Parents who wish their child to attend the nursery class should contact the school to put the child’s name on our list. We will write to you in the half term before your child can start. Children join our nursery three times a year: September, January and April. The school allocates places to children. A place in our nursery does not guarantee admission to the reception year.

For a full time place in the reception year:

Children start school full time in the September after their fourth birthday. The local authority allocates places to children. Parents should apply directly to Central Bedfordshire Council. 

Parents and carers of children who were born between 1 April to 31 August (also known as summer-born) can request that their child is admitted to reception a year later. A delayed admissions form must be completed and returned to Central Beds Council, together with your starting school application before the on-time application deadline.

Children of school age who wish to join the school:

Parents should contact the Central Bedfordshire Council schools admissions team who maintain our waiting lists. If a place is available you will be invited to contact the school.

Appeals

There is an appeals system for parents who are unsuccessful in obtaining a place for their child, the local authority manage this process and can give you further information.

Arrangements for the admission of pupils with disabilities:

Linslade Lower School is an inclusive school and we have experience of working with pupils who have a range of needs. Our team of staff are trained to support children who need additional help with their learning.

There are ramps and handrails to assist access at a number of points around the school.

Parents of pupils with additional needs are encouraged to visit to discuss their child’s needs and view the facilities we have.

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 School Governors’ Policy to accommodate pupils with disabilities should parents wish their child to attend the school.  Steps are taken 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. The School strives to ensure that whatever the abilities and needs of members of the school community, everyone is equally valued and treats one another with respect under the Equality Act 2010. 

We welcome visits from prospective pupils and their families. This will enable you to see our school in action.

Please contact the school to make an arrangement.