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Admissions

Welcome! We’re delighted you’re considering Woodchurch CEP School for your child. We are a voluntary controlled Church of England school; this means our admissions are administered by Kent County Council (KCC) and we follow the KCC admissions arrangements.

If you have any questions at any point, please call the school office or email us—we’re happy to help and to arrange a visit.

Apply for Reception (EYFS)

Who is this for?
Children who will turn 5 between 1 September and 31 August start in Reception (Early Years Foundation Stage).

How to apply

  1. Apply online through KCC Admissions (Reception/Primary places).

  2. List Woodchurch CEP School as one of your preferences.

  3. Submit your application by the KCC deadline (usually mid-January).

  4. National Offer Day is typically mid-April. KCC will email your offer and explain next steps.

School visits
We run open mornings and after-school tours in the autumn term and are happy to arrange individual tours. Come and see our classrooms, outdoor spaces and talk to our Early Years team.

Part-time and deferred entry

  • Children may attend part-time until they reach compulsory school age (the term after their 5th birthday).

  • You may defer entry until later in the academic year (but not beyond the summer term).

  • Families of summer-born children (born April–August) can discuss options with us; any request to start in Reception the following year is considered in line with KCC guidance.

Oversubscription (summary)
When there are more applications than places, KCC applies the published criteria, which usually include:

  1. Children in care/previously in care

  2. Siblings of children already on roll

  3. Distance from school (straight-line or safe walking route as defined by KCC)

(As a voluntary controlled school, we do not use church attendance as a criterion and no supplementary information form is required.)

Waiting lists & appeals
If a place is not available, KCC will place your child on the waiting list and explain how to appeal. Waiting lists are held in line with the published scheme and rank by the same oversubscription criteria.

In-Year Admissions (moving schools during the year)

If you’re moving into the area or wish to change schools during the year:

  1. Check availability – contact our office to ask about current spaces in the required year group.

  2. Come and visit us- we would love to show you round our school. 

  3. Apply through KCC In-Year Admissions (online form).

  4. We will receive your application from KCC and contact you quickly to confirm the outcome.

  5. If a place is not available, your child will be added to the waiting list and you’ll receive information about appeals.

Start dates
For successful in-year applications, we agree a start date with you that supports a smooth transition.

Current Spaces

We currently have places available in:

  • EYFS (Reception)

  • Year 2

  • Year 4

  • Year 5

  • Year 6

Availability changes frequently, so please call us if you are looking for a place.

Additional Information

Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND)
We welcome all children. If your child has SEND or an Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP), please contact us so we can discuss your child’s needs and the support we can provide. (Admissions for pupils with an EHCP are managed by KCC’s SEN team.)

Proof of address & documents
KCC may ask for proof of address and your child’s date of birth. We’ll let you know what to bring once a place is offered.

Breakfast & After-School Clubs
We offer wrap-around care and a range of clubs. Details are shared on admission or can be requested from the office.

Transport
Home-to-school transport eligibility is decided by KCC. Please see KCC’s website for guidance.

Talk to Us / Visit Us

  • Phone: 01233 860232

  • Email: office@woodchurch.kent.sch.uk 

  • Address: Bethersden Road, Woodchurch, Ashford, Kent, TN26 3QJ

For full details and to apply, please visit Kent County Council Admissions (Reception and In-Year). If you’d like, we can email you the direct links. We look forward to welcoming you to Woodchurch!