Howletch Lane Primary School adheres to Durham County Council’s admissions policy.
2 Year Old Admissions
Once your child turns 2 we can offer a place in our 2 year old room. We have both funded and paid for places available. To check your eligibility please go to https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/
You can apply for a nursery place any time before your child turns 2. It is always best to get your application in as early as possible to secure a place. To apply, please complete the form below. You can also come to the main office and collect one in person. If you would like to book a visit prior to applying, please contact the school office.
Nursery Admissions
Our Nursery have various intakes throughout the school year. You can apply for a nursery place any time before your child turns 3. It is always best to get your application in as early as possible to secure a place. To apply for a nursery place, please complete the form below. You can also come to the main office and collect one in person. If you would like to book a visit prior to applying, please contact the school office.
30-hour funded childcare places
We are pleased to offer 30-hour funded childcare places for eligible families.
Our nursery provides a safe, caring and stimulating environment where children can learn, play and develop confidence through a range of engaging activities.
If your child is eligible for the 30-hour childcare entitlement, places may be available. We also offer support with the application process if required.
When applying for a funded place, please complete the Durham County Council Early Education Entitlement – Parent Carer Declaration Form and provide a current 30-hour eligibility voucher code. Please note that eligibility codes must be valid and reconfirmed as required.
For further information, to check availability, or to discuss your child’s place, please contact the school office.
All children are entitled to free 15 hours of nursery care a week (from the term after they have their 3rd birthday), for 38 weeks of the year. To check if you are eligible for 30 free nursery hours, please go to https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/
Primary Admissions – Reception to Year 6
Howletch lane Primary School has a published admission number (PAN) of 60.
The Local authority oversee all admission arrangement for our school including admission arrangements for children with SEND. Full details can be found on the Durham County Council website, school admission process.
To appeal against an admission decision visit: School admissions-appeals. You can view also view information about school waiting lists including checking your child’s current position and how waiting list places are ranked and how to change school during the school year.
Applying for a school place if your child has an Education, Health and Care Plan or a Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND)
At Howletch Lane Primary School we take pride in being very inclusive and will endeavour to support each child’s individual need. Please continue to follow the admissions process as provided through Durham County Council.
If you would like to discuss your SEND requirements in detail please contact the school to arrange an appointment with our Assistant head teacher/SENDCo, Mrs Armstrong.
