Question 1

Is St John the Evangelist CofE Infant and Nursery School a good school?

Accepted Answer

The March 2025 Ofsted inspection judged Quality of Education, Behaviour and Attitudes, Personal Development, Leadership and Management, and Early Years Provision as Good, and confirmed safeguarding as effective.

Question 2

What are the fees at St John the Evangelist CofE Infant and Nursery School?

Accepted Answer

This is a state-funded school with no tuition fees. Parents should budget for usual extras such as uniform, trips and wraparound childcare, where applicable.

Question 3

How competitive is admission for Reception?

Accepted Answer

The latest available demand snapshot shows 106 applications for 55 offers, with the school recorded as oversubscribed. Families should review the published oversubscription criteria and keep alternative options in their shortlist.

Question 4

What are the key dates for Reception entry?

Accepted Answer

Families should check West Berkshire Council and the school federation's current admissions guidance for the relevant application closing date, offer date and any acceptance or appeal deadlines.

Question 5

Does the school offer Nursery places and funded hours?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The school states it takes children from the term after they turn three, with a five-mornings-per-week, 15-hour nursery offer that is described as fully funded for those hours, delivered as three hours each morning during term time.

Question 6

What are school hours and wraparound options?

Accepted Answer

The school day is published as 8.45am to 3.15pm. Breakfast club runs from 8.00am to the start of school, and after-school club runs until 6.00pm, with capacity limits and published session charges.

Question 7

How does transition to Year 3 work?

Accepted Answer

The federation links the infant school with St Nicolas C.E. Junior School, but Year 2 parents are instructed to apply for a Year 3 place rather than assuming an automatic transfer. Families should plan ahead for Year 3 admissions.

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