There are 90 places available for new entrants into the Foundation Stage classes each year.

We have three Foundation Stage classes where the children enjoy learning in an engaging environment, supported by their Teachers, Teaching Assistants and peers.  Class numbers in Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1 classes are not permitted to exceed 30 children.

Appeals

If your child is due to start primary school in September 2026, you can appeal if you are refused a place at one of your preferred schools on National Offer Day (Thursday 16 April 2026).

You must submit your appeal before Monday 18 May 2026 for it to be considered by Monday 20 July 2026. Any appeals received after this time will be heard within 40 school days from the deadline, or where reasonably possible in line with updated guidance from the Department for Education.

For late applications, appeals should be heard within 40 school days from the deadline for lodging appeals where possible, or within 30 school days of the appeal being lodged where reasonably possible in line with updated guidance from the Department for Education.

Format of hearings:

All ‘in-year’ appeals have been conducted virtually via Microsoft Teams, and this will remain the format for main round appeals.

Appeal Form

Parents/carers are able to complete the KCC online appeal form via the kent.gov.uk website and will be provided with a copy of the FAQs.