Applying for Early Years

A Nurturing Start to a Lifelong Love of Learning

Our Early Years Department offers a welcoming and enriching environment for children from the age of two, laying strong foundations for their future learning journey.

Incorporating Pre-Nursery, Nursery and Reception, we focus on developing confidence, curiosity and key skills through play, exploration and gentle structure. With limited places and a first-come, first-served entry process, we encourage early registration to avoid disappointment.

Entry into Reception

The majority of our Nursery children automatically transfer into our Reception class, benefiting from a seamless transition within a familiar environment. This continuity allows children to build on strong early foundations with confidence and ease.

On the rare occasion that a place becomes available in Reception for an external applicant, we welcome enquiries from families looking for a nurturing and stimulating start to their child’s school life.

Our admissions process is designed to be gentle, welcoming, and supportive for both children and parents.

As part of the process, external applicants will:

  • Be invited for a Taster Session
  • Take part in a short, informal assessment
  • Receive an offer of a place if successful
  • Attend an induction morning in the summer term

This process ensures that every child joining us is well-prepared, excited, and ready to begin their Reception journey with confidence.

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We just wanted to say a massive thank you for all the support given to our son over the past few years. He’s a confident and happy boy because of the fantastic education you all provide!

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Newbridge is a truly wonderful school and my daughter has enjoyed her time immensely in her three years at the school. Thank you to you and all of the staff for your wonderful support and teaching.

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Thank you for all that you have done for our daughter during her time at Newbridge. We really appreciate it. Being new to the school you not only made it easy for her to settle in but for us too. Thank you for everything, especially making learning so fun!

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