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Applying for a Place and Waiting Lists


MatApproaching the School for a Place


  1. Call for a prospectus this will include an application form or use the online forms on our web site.
  2. If we can offer you a place, we try to confirm places within 5 working days
  3. If we can not offer you the start date or sessions requested an alternative will be offered
    1. If the alternative if not suitable, a refund of your application fee / deposit will be given

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Mid-Term Applications:

Children's House

  • Subject to places being available, you may enroll your child at any point in the term. However, at very busy periods, on the run up to Christmas or summer shows for example, we may ask you to delay the start date until the normal school routine begins again.

Elementary

  • Most children join in September for the start of the academic year. There are options to join in Easter. If you are moving to the area from abroad or have other special circumstances please let us know.

Waiting Lists...

  • It is common for the schools to have waiting lists for the popular sessions. Places are allocated on a first come first served basis. *However we try to ensure that places required for parents with children already at the school are given priority.
    • If you wish to secure the place required please confirm your booking as soon as possible.
    • Elementary Lists:
      • The Lower Elementary Class has 6 places available for September. There are 4 current applications.
      • The Upper Elementary Class has 3 places available for September.

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Childrens House School Session and Terms


MatChildren's House: Session Types and Terms...


Age range:

  • 2 years to 6 years (Children’s House at all schools)


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Sessions / Normal School Day / Term Time Only:

3 Academic Terms

  • Spring Term (Jan to March/April)
  • Summer Term (March/April to July)
  • Autumn Term (September to December)

  • Full Days: 8.30am to 3.00pm.
  • Long Mornings: 8.30am to 1.00pm.
  • Short Mornings: 8.30am to 12.00pm (places are limited, reserved for younger children).
  • Long Afternoons: 12.00pm to 3.00pm. Short Afternoons: 1.00pm to 3.00pm (Places are limited, reserved for younger children)

Forest Farm only options:

  • Sunrise Club, 8am to 9am.
  • Create After School Club 3pm to 5:30pm.
  • Create Holiday Club. 8am to 5:30pm

Lunches:

  • Parents are asked to provide packed lunches at Forest Farm. Please, no sweets or chocolate. Please contact the office for a list of packed lunch ideas.

Day Care With A Difference!

Iffley & Bicester only options:

Sessions / Day Care 50 Wks of Year


  • Bicester:

    • Full Day Care: Monday to Friday 8.30 am to 5:30pm.
    • School Day: Monday to Friday 8.30am to 3pm
    • Morning Day Care with lunch: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 1pm
    • Morning Day Care no lunch: Monday to Friday 8.30am to 12pm
    • Short Afternoons: Monday to Friday 1pm to 3pm
    • Long Afternoons: Monday to Friday 12am to 3pm

  • Iffley: *Friday Day Care is available during holiday periods only.

    • Full Day Care: Monday to Thursday 8.30 am to 5:30pm.
    • School Day: Monday to Friday 8.30am to 3pm
    • Morning Day Care with lunch: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 1pm
    • Morning Day Care no lunch: Monday to Friday 8.30am to 12pm
    • Short Afternoons: Monday to Friday 1pm to 3pm
    • Long Afternoons: Monday to Friday 12am to 3pm

  • Breakfast Club, 8am to 9am. Create After School Club 3pm to 5:30pm.
  • Create Holiday Club. 8am to 5:30pm.

  • Lunches: Healthy and organic when practical, lunches are available at Iffley and Bicester.

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Elementary School Session and Terms


MatElementary School: Session Types and Terms...


Normal School Day / Term Time Only:

3 Academic Terms

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Children taking part in Tai Chi

  • Spring Term (Jan to March/April)
  • Summer Term (March/April to July)
  • Autumn Term (September to December)

Age range and Class Organisation: *
There are sometimes exceptions to these 'rules'. Depending on children's ability, group dynamics, birth age.

  • Cycle Two: 5/6 - 9 years
  • Cycle Three: 8/9 to 11/12 years

Sessions:

  • School Day: 8.30am to 3.00pm.
  • Extended Wednesday: 8:30 to 4pm for additional sports.

Create Options:

  • Create After School Club 3pm to 5:30pm.
  • Create Holiday Club. 8am to 5:30pm

Lunches:

  • Parents are asked to provide packed lunches at Forest Farm. Please, no sweets or chocolate. Please contact the office for a list of packed lunch ideas.

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