Question 1

Is St Michael's Nursery and Infant School a good school?

Accepted Answer

The most recent inspection (18 March 2025) confirmed the school has maintained the standards identified at its previous inspection. Strengths highlighted include a broad and ambitious curriculum, a strong focus on communication and language, consistent phonics teaching, calm behaviour, and early identification of additional needs beginning in the two-year-old provision.

Question 2

What are the fees at St Michael's Nursery and Infant School?

Accepted Answer

This is a state school with no tuition fees. Early years childcare sessions may involve charges depending on entitlement and any additional hours or services chosen; families should confirm current arrangements directly with the school and check eligibility for funded childcare through Cumberland Council guidance.

Question 3

When is the Reception application deadline?

Accepted Answer

For Reception entry in Cumberland, families should check the current local authority timetable for the relevant intake year, including the closing date and National Offer Day.

Question 4

Does attending Nursery or the two-year-old provision guarantee a Reception place?

Accepted Answer

No. Cumberland Council states that attendance at a nursery attached to a school does not guarantee admission to Reception. Reception applications must be submitted separately through the coordinated admissions process.

Question 5

What time does the school day start and finish?

Accepted Answer

Published timings show Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 run from 8.35am to 3.15pm. Early years session times vary by provision, including separate morning and afternoon sessions for the two-year-old group.

Question 6

Is the school oversubscribed?

Accepted Answer

The latest available application figures show more applications than offers (40 applications for 24 offers), indicating competition for places. Families are advised to list three preferences in the coordinated system and apply by the stated deadline.

Question 7

What happens after Year 2?

Accepted Answer

Families need to apply for a Year 3 place at a junior or primary school through Cumberland Council. This is a separate coordinated process, so check the current transfer timetable for the relevant deadline and offer day.

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