As a village school with a strong Christian ethos, we warmly welcome prospective pupils and their families into our community where every pupil is supported to flourish and grow in the love of God. Our admissions process is designed to be clear and supportive, reflecting our core values of Service, Forgiveness, Trust, Generosity, and Compassion.

Starting school in Year R

Choosing the right school for your child is a significant step. We invite you to explore our dedicated page about choosing a school and the admissions process for new Year R pupils. Here, you will find detailed guidance to help you navigate this important transition smoothly.

At Bridge & Patrixbourne, we aim to make every child’s start to school life a positive and nurturing experience, guided by our vision inspired by Jesus’ words: “I am the vine, you are the branches.” We believe in cultivating creativity, excellence, and resilience from the very beginning.

In-Year Admissions

If you are considering moving your child to Bridge & Patrixbourne CEP School during the school year, please contact our Admissions Officer, Morny Starling, in the school office as your first step. Mrs Starling will arrange a visit to the school so you can see first-hand what life is like here and discuss your child’s needs.

Our Published Admissions Number (PAN) is 60 pupils per year group, and we are unable to exceed this limit. Mrs Starling will advise if there are any spaces available in your child’s year group.

How to apply:

  • Complete the In-Year Admission Form.
  • Submit the form to the school to either accept an offered place or to join the waiting list.

If no spaces are currently available, your child’s name will be added to our waiting list. This list is prioritised based on the distance from your home to the school — closer families are ranked higher regardless of when the application was received.

When a place becomes available, Mrs Starling will contact the parent or carer at the top of the waiting list to offer the space.

Welcoming New Pupils and Families

Upon accepting a place at Bridge & Patrixbourne, we encourage a brief introductory meeting (around 15 minutes) between parents and the class teacher. This meeting helps to establish a positive parent-teacher partnership, which is vital to supporting your child’s growth and learning journey.

Our admissions process is not just about filling spaces but about welcoming new members into our Christian community, where each pupil’s unique gifts are nurtured in a spirit of trust and generosity.

Additional Information

  • Our Admissions Policy, which follows the Kent Scheme of Admissions, is available on the Policies page of our website.
  • For any questions or further support, please contact the school office directly.

Link: https://www.kent.gov.uk/__data/assets/pdf_file/0012/3522/in-year-application-form.pdf