Question 1

Is Great Bradfords Infant and Nursery School a good school?

Accepted Answer

The school continues to be rated Good, with the latest Ofsted inspection dated 18–19 May 2022 (published July 2022). The report highlights strong behaviour, a carefully sequenced curriculum, and effective early reading and phonics.

Question 2

What are the fees at Great Bradfords Infant and Nursery School?

Accepted Answer

This is a state-funded school, so there are no tuition fees. Families should budget for usual costs such as uniform and trips. Breakfast Club is listed at £4.00 per session, and Nursery sessions follow government funding rules with potential additional charges depending on sessions chosen.

Question 3

When is the deadline to apply for Reception entry in 2027?

Accepted Answer

For Essex primary (Reception) admissions for September 2027 entry, applications open on 9 November 2026 and close on 15 January 2027. Offers are issued on 16 April 2027 for online applicants.

Question 4

Is the school oversubscribed?

Accepted Answer

The latest available admissions demand figures show 128 applications and 74 offers for the relevant entry cycle, indicating oversubscription. Parents should read the current admissions criteria and list realistic alternatives.

Question 5

What is the school’s approach to early reading?

Accepted Answer

The school states it uses Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised as its systematic synthetic phonics programme. The May 2022 inspection report describes a clear phonics sequence, consistent modelling of sounds, and reading books matched to the sounds pupils are learning.

Question 6

What wraparound care is available?

Accepted Answer

Breakfast Club is published as running from 7.30am on weekdays during term time. After-school care is described as running from 3.20pm to 6.00pm via the linked junior school, with pupils escorted over by staff.

Question 7

Do children automatically move to Great Bradfords Junior School after Year 2?

Accepted Answer

No. The school notes that Year 2 pupils moving up to juniors must follow the admissions process and a place is not automatically guaranteed. Parents should apply for junior places through the local authority process.

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