Question 1

Is Flockton CofE (C) First School a good school?

Accepted Answer

The latest inspection (January 2025) judged key areas as Good, including quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and early years provision. The school is also a Church of England school with an established values framework and a strong emphasis on pupil wellbeing.

Question 2

What are the fees at Flockton CofE (C) First School?

Accepted Answer

This is a state-funded school, so there are no tuition fees. Families should budget for normal school costs such as uniform and trips, plus any optional paid wraparound care sessions.

Question 3

How do I apply for a Reception place at Flockton CofE (C) First School for 2027 entry?

Accepted Answer

Reception applications are coordinated by Kirklees. For September 2027 entry, the on-time deadline is 15 January 2027. Offers are released on 16 April 2027.

Question 4

Is Flockton CofE (C) First School oversubscribed?

Accepted Answer

The most recent recorded Reception cycle shows the school as oversubscribed, with 29 applications for 15 offers (1.93 applications per place). When oversubscribed, allocations follow the published admissions criteria.

Question 5

Does Flockton CofE (C) First School offer breakfast club and after-school care?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The school publishes breakfast club and after-school club provision, with sessions running before and after the school day. Charges apply for wraparound care and availability can vary, so families should confirm current arrangements directly with the school.

Question 6

What is the school day timetable at Flockton CofE (C) First School?

Accepted Answer

The school publishes core hours of 8:50am to 3:30pm. Breakfast club runs from 7:45am to 8:50am, and after-school club options extend beyond the end of the school day.

Question 7

Where do pupils go after Flockton CofE (C) First School?

Accepted Answer

As a first school (to age 10), pupils typically transfer to middle school at the end of their time here. The school signposts Scissett Middle School and later progression to Shelley College within the local three-tier pathway.

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