Early Years, Primary and Secondary Admissions
Making applications for children to join an educational establishment involves important decision making. If your child already attends Downfield, we hope the following information will support you in choosing those next steps. If you are considering joining Downfield, we would like to offer a warm welcome and hope you find everything you need on this page.
Visits to the school are very much encouraged; we look forward to welcoming you to Downfield.
Dates for tours will be published soon. Please telephone the school office to book a place on a tour 01992 629598
We very much look forward to meeting you.
Available Tours for prospective Reception class parents: coming soon
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Monday 11th November 2024 |
3.30pm |
| Tuesday 3rd December 2024 | 3.30pm |
| Tuesday 7th January 2025 | 3.30pm |
Available Tours for prospective Nursery parents: coming soon
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Tuesday 15th October 2024 |
2.30pm |
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Thursday 12th December 2024 |
9.30am |
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Thursday 18th February 2025 |
2.30pm |
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In Year Admissions:
If you have moved to the area and wish to find a school place for your chid, In Year Admissions to Downfield are made via the Local Education Authority - Hertfordshire County Council. Please visit their website here:
Key Admissions Dates
How to apply
Preschool and Nursery applications are made directly via the school. Application forms and relevant policy documents can be found below.
Primary (Reception Class) applications are made via the HCC admissions site. Click here to access the site.
Secondary (Year 7 onwards) applications are made via the HCC admissions site. Click here to access the site.
Nursery Applications:
Applications for Nursery places can be made using the link below. Please read the nursery admissions policy and Settling in and Taster Session policy before completing your application.
Admissions Appeals:
Appeals against admissions decisions are made via HCC admissions. Further information can be found here.
Please take a look at our video showing our wonderful nursery classroom.
Our Nursery Garden
Support
Post allocation day information and support
If you wish to access post-allocation day information including details about the continuing interest and appeals process, the information is available on the Hertfordshire website at www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/admissionsoptions Those without access to the internet can contact the Customer Service Centre for a ‘What Can You Do Now?’ leaflet on 0300 123 4043.
