Admissions

Reception Admissions 2026/2027

Do you have a child who was born between 1 September 2021 and 31 August 2022? 
Information is being sent direct to parents regarding choosing Reception places. Please contact Children, Schools and Families on 0300 123 4043 if you do not receive this, or visit www.hertsdirect.org/admissions. The online application process opens on 3rd November 2025 and closes on 15th January 2026.  DO NOT miss this deadline as you may not be allocated your first choice school.

The above dates also apply to parents who are applying for a Junior School place for their child. Year 2 parents must apply for their child's Junior School place by 15th January 2026.

Primary, junior and middle school places | Hertfordshire County Council

National allocation day is 16th April 2026.

Reception Tour Dates

If you would like to visit the school, we have a number of Reception Tour Dates taking place in Autumn 2025:

Please contact the office to book onto one of our tours. 

Nursery Admissions 2026/2027

If your child was born between 1st September 2022 and 31st August 2023 then they will be able to join our Nursery in September 2026. 

We have a 40-place Nursery which runs between 9am and 12 noon each day with the option of extending until 3pm. Each child is eligible for 15 hours free childcare and depending on your circumstances you may be eligible for 30 hours; we are proud to take part in the Government's 30 hours free childcare scheme. 

Choosing a Nursery for your child is a very important decision, to help you we have organised opportunities to visit our school. During a visit, you see the interactions between staff and children and how children use the learning spaces.

The Nursery application process:

Early years application form

We follow Hertfordshire County Council admission guidelines when we allocate Nursery places.

Applications open - Friday 23rd January 2026

Applications close - 9am Monday 16th March 2026

Places will be offered - Monday 23rd March 2026

Places must be accepted by - Friday 3rd April 2026

Nursery admissions policy 

Nursery Tour Dates

 If you would like to visit the school, we have a number of Nursery Tour Dates taking place this year:

Please contact the office to book onto one of our tours. 

'In Year' Admissions

Providing there are places available, we admit children into classes throughout the school at any time of year, but applications must be made via Hertfordshire County Council Admissions procedures here.

Our admission numbers throughout the school is 30 children per year group. We welcome parents to visit the school. Please contact the school office to arrange a tour - email admin@holtsmereinfants.herts.sch.uk or call 01442 211963.

This offers the opportunity to see the school at work, meet the Headteacher and discuss how the school can work with you to provide the best education for your child. 

Arrangements For The Admission Of Pupils With Disabilities

The Disability Discrimination Act 1995 defines a disabled person as one who has a physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on a persons ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities. Most children with Special Needs will not be disabled within the meaning of the Act.

The admission of pupils with disabilities is considered in the first instance in the same way as non-disabled pupils. Further considerations are made in the light of need and accessibility. It is the Governors Policy to accommodate pupils with disabilities should parents wish and individual needs are planned for to prevent any pupils being treated less favourably than other pupils.

In practice we ensure that classroom and extra curricular activities encourage the participation of all pupils, including those categorised as having Special Educational Needs. Staff organise human and physical resources within the school to increase access to learning and participation by all pupils.

Existing facilities provided to assist access to the school by pupils with disabilities:

• Wheelchair access onto school grounds at the main entrance on Shenley Road and the rear entrance on Arkley Road
• Wheelchair access into the school at all entrances and all rooms.
• Carpeted classrooms to aid hearing-impaired pupils’ learning.
• Exterior lighting to improve evening access.
• Routes to the main entrance are clearly signed and free from obstructions.
• 2 disabled parking spaces in the staff car park (Please call the office if you need to use this to drop off and pick up your child) 

 Accessibility Plan 2023/24