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New Reception Parents 2026

We are really looking forward to welcoming you and your child to St Paul's in September 2025. We have put together some information and resources that we feel will help you and your child to prepare for joining the St Paul's community. 

Preparing for Starting School

New Reception Welcome Letter

Reception Welcome Church Service Invite - 5 July 2026

 Welcome to St Paul's Presentation

Reception Classroom Tour 

Reception Recommended Reads

Welcome Pack

 

Key Dates

  • By Friday 12th June: Return forms to school office
  • Monday 29th June: Open Classroom session 3:30pm - 4:30pm
  • Wednesday 1st July: Stay and Play Sessions at 9:30am or 10:45am (you have been allocated a time)
  • Sunday 5th July: Reception Welcome Service at St Paul's Church at 10am
  • Monday 7th - Friday 11th September: Home visits (you have been allocated a time)
  • Monday 14th September: Reception class first day 9am - 1:15pm
  • Tuesday 15th September: Reception class in 9am - 1:15pm
  • Wednesday 16th September: Reception class in 8:45am - 3:15pm
  • Tuesday 22nd September: Reception Parents/Carers Welcome Meeting at 7pm
  • Tuesday 6th October: Reception Parents/Carers Phonics Workshop at 5pm

Other Resources

Financial Support Available for Families

  • Click here to find out more about 'Pupil Premium' and if you are eligible 
  • Click here to check if you are eligible for the 'Healthy Start' scheme