Admissions
School Admissions
Starting School in 2025
If you have a child who is eligible to start school in September 2025, you will be in the process of choosing a preferred school for your child.
Choosing a school for your child is a very important decision and we fully appreciate the range of factors involved in selecting a preferred school. Schools can feel very different and as a parent or carer you are best placed to identify a school that will match the expectations you have for your child.
If you would like to enquire about sending your child to Heathwood Lower School, then please get in touch by calling the school office (01525 377096).We will be pleased to make an appointment to show you around our wonderful school.
At Heathwood Lower School, we adhere to Central Bedfordshire Council's Standard Admissions Policy for Community and Voluntary Controlled Schools. Admissions arrangements which can be completed online at http://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/school/admissions/landing.aspx
Contact details for Central Bedfordshire Admissions:: Phone: 0300 300 8037 Email: admissions@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk
Standard Admission Policy
- All looked after children and all previously looked after children, including those children who appear to the Council to have been in state care outside of England and ceased to be in state care as a result of being adopted.
- Children of Staff
- Children with siblings at the school.
- Children for whom the school is their nearest lower/primary school
- Any other children
In-year Admissions
For any admissions in year, please contact Central Bedfordshire Council.
Phone: 0300 300 8037 Email: admissions@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk
Appeals
There is an appeals system for parents who are unsuccessful in obtaining a place for their child, the local authority manage this process and further information can be obtained at Appeals
Arrangements for the admission of pupils with disabilities
Heathwood Lower School is an inclusive school and we have experience of working with with pupils with a range of additional needs. Staff are appropriately trained to support children with their learning. There are ramps, handrails and additional resources available to support children with additional needs.
Parents of pupils with additional needs are encourage to visit school to discuss their child's needs with the school team.