Question 1

Is Mark First and Pre-School CE Academy a good school?

Accepted Answer

The latest Ofsted inspection (21–22 January 2025) graded Behaviour and Attitudes as Good and Personal Development as Good, with Requires Improvement grades for Quality of Education, Leadership and Management, and Early Years Provision. Safeguarding was reported as effective.

Question 2

What are the fees at Mark First and Pre-School CE Academy?

Accepted Answer

This is a state-funded school, so there are no tuition fees for school-age pupils. Early years session charges, where applicable, are published by the provider and should be checked directly with the school.

Question 3

How do I apply for a place at Mark First and Pre-School CE Academy?

Accepted Answer

Applications for starting school are made via your home local authority using the Common Application Form (CAF). The school’s admissions page directs families to the local authority process.

Question 4

What did the most recent Ofsted inspection say?

Accepted Answer

Inspection dates were 21 and 22 January 2025. Key judgements were: Quality of Education Requires Improvement; Behaviour and Attitudes Good; Personal Development Good; Leadership and Management Requires Improvement; Early Years Provision Requires Improvement. Safeguarding was effective.

Question 5

Does the school provide breakfast club and after-school care?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The school publishes a breakfast club start time of 07:30 and after-school wraparound running until 17:30, with bookable session options.

Question 6

What is the school’s Church of England character?

Accepted Answer

The school is a Church of England school. A SIAMS inspection took place on 16 January 2024 and described collective worship as central to daily life and the Christian vision as influential in the school community.

Question 7

What clubs and enrichment opportunities are available?

Accepted Answer

Published examples include Outdoor Activity Club plus externally run football and multisports sessions, alongside wider enrichment such as trips, workshops and residential experiences for older pupils.

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