We are delighted you are interested in joining Eastington Primary School– a happy, caring learning community. At Eastington, we aim for our children to reach their full potential: academically, socially, physically and emotionally to enable them to confidently make their next steps and embed a life-long love of learning. We strive for our children to become active citizens of society who contribute positively whether locally or globally.
We consider the primary years the most significant in your child’s development. We believe the strength of our school is the partnership with parents and the wider community. We feel that it is very important for home and school to work together closely and for trust and confidence to exist between parent and teacher. If you are successful in securing a place for your child with us, please join in the many activities to which you will be invited as well as encouraging your child at home.
OPEN MORNINGS FOR PROSPECTIVE RECEPTION PARENTS
If you are considering your child joining us, please come along for a tour and find out more. Prospective new reception parents can enjoy an informative tour from our wonderful Year 6 children, see our site and meet the headteacher and/or Governors.
We hold open sessions in October and November each year.
Please book an appointment by calling our friendly Admin Officer on 01453 822922 or e-mail us on admin@eastington.gloucs.sch.uk . We look forward to welcoming you to school.
RECEPTION TRANSITION
Transitioning to school is important. All children who will join us in Reception are offered sessions on site to support children becoming familiar with key staff and our site. We share key information in Summer Term through a New Reception Parent Information Evening so parents are well informed of what to do on day 1 and have an overview of what daily life looks like for children in our school. Reading is highly valued by us and we hold another Parent Information Evening in October to share our approach to reading and word skills.
Starting school is an exciting adventure but we also understand it can also feel daunting. For helpful, practical advise on common questions and ways to support your child, please see the information links below:
- Getting Ready For School information: https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/education-and-learning/getting-ready-for-school/
- Is your child School Ready leaflet: chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/media/j15ibuy4/gcc_2655-school-readiness-leaflet-families_web.pdf
- Reading Guide by Pearson
To find out more useful information about our school, please read the school prospectus: Eastington Prospectus 2025-26
Further information about starting at our school for reception children can be found in these documents:
Eastington Starting School Booklet
Eastington Home-School Agreement
ADMISSIONS FOR RECEPTION
As a Community School, the admission authority for this school is Gloucestershire County Council (GCC). GCC is responsible for setting and publishing the school’s admission arrangements. The school administers in‑year applications on behalf of the Local Authority.
ADMISSION POLICIES
Gloucestershire County Council publishes the admission arrangements for all Community and Voluntary Controlled schools.
You can view the current and upcoming policies on the GCC website:
– Admission Policy 2025–2026: https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/education-and-learning/school-admissions-scheme-criteria-and-protocol/determined-admission-criteria-and-scheme-for-2025/ – Admission Policy 2026–2027: https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/education-and-learning/school-admissions-scheme-criteria-and-protocol/determined-admission-criteria-and-scheme-for-2026/
– Admission Policy 2027–2028: https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/education-and-learning/school-admissions-scheme-criteria-and-protocol/determined-admission-criteria-and-scheme-for-2027/
If you require a paper copy of any policy, please contact the Gloucestershire In Year Team at inyear.admissions@gloucestershire.gov.uk
In‑Year
IN-YEAR ADMISSIONS
If you wish to apply for a place during the school year, this is known as an In‑Year Admission. Although GCC is the admission authority, in‑year applications must be made directly to the school.
How to Apply
Parents and carers should complete the Gloucestershire County Council In‑Year Application Form:
Apply for an In‑Year School Place: https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/schooladmissions/applying-for-a-school-place-during-the-school-year/
Completed forms should be emailed directly to the school:
Email for In‑Year Applications: admin@eastington.gloucs.sch.uk
We aim to respond to all In‑Year applications within 10 school days.
If You Are Offered a Place
If your application is successful, you will receive a written offer from the school. The letter will include: confirmation of the place offered, the date by which you must accept or decline the offer, any next steps required (such as completing admission forms or arranging a start date).
Please ensure you respond within the stated timeframe so that the place can be secured. If we do not hear from you, the offer may be withdrawn in line with the School Admissions Code.
If Your Application Is Unsuccessful
If we are unable to offer a place, you will receive a written refusal explaining the reason(s) why.
Your Right to Appeal
If your child is refused a place, you have the legal right to appeal the decision to an Independent Appeals Panel.
For Community Schools, Gloucestershire County Council manages the appeals process.
The school will: notify you of the refusal, provide information on how to lodge an appeal.
GCC will: – arrange the Independent Appeals Panel, provide the timetable and process for hearings.
Appeals are completely independent of the school and the Governing Body.
School Admissions Code
All admission authorities must comply with the statutory School Admissions Code (2021).School Admissions Code – GOV.UK: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/school-admissions-code
Y6 TRANSITION TO SECONDARY
If you are interested in finding out more about how children transition into our school and onto secondary, please read ‘Transition at Eastington’: Transition at Eastington