Pre-School Admissions
📝 Pre-School Admissions
We offer 20 places in both morning and afternoon nursery sessions.
📅 Eligibility for Admission
Children are eligible to join Farndon Pre-School from the term following their third birthday, subject to availability.
- Funded places: Families can claim government funding from the term after their child turns 3.
- Early start option: Children may begin attending the term before their funding begins, but all hours will be chargeable during this period.
📌 How to Apply
1️⃣ Complete an ‘Expression of Interest’ form
- This form indicates the sessions you’d like for your child.
- Forms must be submitted before the application deadline (found at the back of the policy or available from the school office).
2️⃣ Allocation of places
- The Head Teacher makes the final decision on:
✅ Whether and when a child is admitted
✅ The number of hours allocated
✅ The child’s attendance pattern
3️⃣ Notification of places
- The school will contact families who have submitted an Expression of Interest to confirm availability and session allocation.
📆 Admissions Timeline
| Nursery Term Start | Expression of Interest Window Offer | Notifications Sent |
| Autumn Term (Sept) | March - April | By end of May |
| Sprint Term (Jan) | July - September | By end of October |
| Summer Term (April) | December - January | By end of February |
📌 Note: All Expression of Interest forms are dated upon receipt and reviewed according to our Admissions Policy. Offers are sent within two weeks of the application deadline.
📢 Important Information for Parents
🚨 Attending Pre-School does NOT guarantee a Reception place at Farndon Primary School.
Applications for Reception class must be made through Cheshire West and Chester Borough Council, following the standard school admissions process.
For any questions, please contact the school office or speak with the Pre-School staff.