Consultation Admission Arrangements for 2027/2028
Appletree Gardens First School wish to inform you of a statutory consultation on admissions arrangements for the 2027/28 academic year. There are no changes to the arrangements only some wording within the oversubscription criteria in accordance with a recent OSA report. Despite there being no significant change, consultations are required to take place every seven years and the last consultation took place in 2019. Consequently, a consultation is taking place.
Please find a copy proposed policy for admissions from September 2027 on the school website under key information in admissions. There are minor amendments to the wording of the admissions policy which are designed to make it clearer. These have been highlighted in yellow to help stakeholders to see where these small changes are being made.
If you would like to submit your opinion on the admission policy, please email info@appletreegfs.org.uk or write to the Clerk, Jacqui Sugden, at Appletree Gardens First School. The consultation will run until 28th January 2026.
Draft Learning Trust and Academy First and Primary Admissions Policy 2027
Draft Nursery Policy
Draft Co-ordinated Scheme First and Primary Schools 2027
Nursery Admissions 2026
We welcome children to our Appletree Nursery, the 'Blossoming Buds' the term after they turn three. Children can start in September (Autumn Term), January (Spring Term) or April (Summer Term). We manage our Nursery admissions directly through the school. Click below to apply and we will contact you directly. If you would like to visit the setting, look out for our Nursery open days or contact the school to arrange a visit.
Reception Admissions
Applications are now open and will close on the 12th January 2026. If your child currently attends our Nursery, please note that a separate application must still be made for reception.
In Year Admissions
If you wish to apply for a place at Appletree Gardens First School during the school year to any year group from Reception to year four, this is known as an In Year Admission. These applications are also managed by North Tyneside Council. Apply online here: In Year Admissions
Out of Year and Special Circumstances
Every child's learning journey is unique. If you are applying outside your child's usual age group or your child has additional needs or an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), please email us directly. Our SEND co-ordinator will guide you through the next steps.
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