Admissions

There is a legal requirement that all children attend school or receive suitable education once they reach the age of five years. At Swinemoor Primary School we have early admissions. Children start in Reception at the beginning of the school year in which they become five.

It is possible for parents/carers to arrange to delay their child’s entry to school. However, parents should be aware that their child’s admission cannot be delayed beyond the date that the child reaches school age and if admission is deferred to the following school year (e.g. child has an August birthday) then the child may lose their place at the school. Deferment of a place must be done in consultation with the Headteacher.

Older children who gain a place at the school will be admitted into the National Curriculum Year relevant to their age. Children with statements of special educational needs are always welcomed and arrangements for their requirements will be dealt with in accordance with the Code of Practice on Special Educational Needs.

  • Criterion (i) – Places will first be given to children who are looked after by the local authority.

  • Criterion (ii) – Places will next be given to children who live in the school’s designated catchment area.

  • Criterion (iii) – Places will next be given to children who have a sibling attending the school in Reception or Years 1 to 5.

  • Criterion (iv) – Places will next be given to those children who live closest to the school. The distance from the child’s home to the school will be measured and priority will be given to those living nearest to the school.

The allocation of places at Swinemoor Primary School is decided by the local authority and all applications should be made to them by telephoning the East Riding of Yorkshire Council on 01482 887700 and asking for School Admissions. Prior to making an application parents/carers are very welcome to have a look around the school during the school day. This can be arranged by making an appointment with the school office staff.

Presently our admission number is 34. The local authority has a coordinated scheme with set criterion for allocating places if the number applying exceeds this number.

A waiting list is maintained by the local authority with children prioritised according to the criteria set out above. They also administer the appeal arrangements which are heard by independent admission appeal panels.

Further details of the local authority procedures can be found by telephoning 01482 393939 and asking for schools admissions.

Additional information:

“I like everything about the school. My child has made excellent progress.”
What We Like - Parent feedback
“My daughter likes Swinemoor because she says ‘everyone is friendly’. I like it because all children are included and have the confidence to compete and challenge anyone.”
What We Like - Parent feedback
“How the children progress and where necessary they are given help to achieve that progress.”
What We Like - Parent feedback
“Very happy with everything the school does. Loved the Christmas plays – both of them.”
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“That each child’s needs are met, a great understanding (SEN)”
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“I love the fact that the children and staff love being there and are so proud of their school.”
What We Like - Parent feedback
“Since starting Swinemoor my son has come on in leaps and bounds and in just a short time. I am looking forward to the further progress.”
What We Like - Parent feedback
“Always giving our children a challenge. Always pushing them harder, not taking satisfactory, but aiming high!.”
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“The fact they have a very modern approach to their teaching and the headmaster is very much involved and isn’t scared to get his hands dirty and interacts very well with all the staff and children.”
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“We like the fact that the children’s work/plays are able to be seen on the website and I think the teacher’s end of term videos are a great addition.”
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“The school is very clean and staff well dressed. Its nice when visiting to see all the work on display and to hear the excellent comments from the kids about their day.”
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“The respect both pupils and staff have for one another shows all around the school. It’s a very happy place to be.”
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“My daughter is making fantastic progress. The two performances I have seen have been excellent (Harvest and Christmas).”
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“Competitions that occur each half term.”
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“All of the shows/ performances are so professional and we feel welcomed coming into school. I think the school instills confidence and high self esteem in pupils.”
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“Staff are welcoming and willing to help/listen. Child always seems happy.”
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“The enthusiasm of the staff and the fact my child has been encouraged to learn whilst being allowed to progress at his own speed.”
What We Like - Parent feedback
“Progress of the children and if and when necessary they are given extra help.”
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” It’s a really good school with high achievers and high standards from the pupils. Very helpful if I’ve had a problem.”
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“The way that my child has improved 100% from last school.”
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“Keep encouraging sport such as football and netball..”
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“I am impressed with the teaching at this school and pushing the kids into doing work they are capable of.”
What We Like - Parent feedback
” It’s a really good school with high standards and high achievers.”
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“Strong headteacher. Caring and intelligent teachers. Good curriculum. Good discipline.”
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“That the children are very proud of their work and teachers make sure they are rewarded.”
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“We really enjoy all the school performances that parents are invited to.”
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“Teaching staff in Y 5/6 who really challenge the children and move them forward.”
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