Starting School

Our vision 'Together we learn, grow and flourish' is at the heart of all we do - we know how important it is for both you and your child to feel settled and happy about starting school in order to be ready to explore all that life at Sutton Benger can offer you.

Below is information about our 'Starting School' process and the lovely things we do to help you settle and become part of our school community. If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact us.

Once your place at Sutton Benger CE Primary School has been accepted, we invite you to join us for a welcome meeting in June. It is a great opportunity for you to find out about our school, the EYFS curriculum and information about your child starting school. You will also get a chance to meet your child's teachers and each other!

In July we invite you into Willow Class for a 15-minute individual slot to come and visit us in school with your child. This is a lovely opportunity for us to get to know you and your child on your own.

We have a staggered start to the start of the school year which allows the chidlren to 'find their feet' and settle into the new school routines at a steady pace.

In September 2025 this was:

Tues 2nd and Weds 3rd September - 8.50 – 11.45 

Thurs 4th and Fri 5th September – 8.50 – 1.15 (to include lunchtime)

From Monday 8th September the children were fulltime (8.50am-3.20pm) There is an opportunity to discuss this if school or home feel that your child should continue part time.

At Sutton Benger School we know the importance of a smooth transition for your child. As part of this, we will visit all nurseries, preschools and childminders that your child attends. This enables us to meet with your child in a familiar setting as well as chat to the people who know them so well. The children really enjoy our visits!