Thank you for considering Rockcliffe First School for your child’s education. At Rockcliffe First School we admit into Nursery and Reception. We know that choosing a school is a big decision for families so please look at the information on our website and social media and come for our visiot so you can find out more about our wonderful school.
Joining our Early Years
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Nursery
At our Sandcastles Nursery we aim to provide the best start to life at Rockcliffe. From Sepetmber 2026, we now offer both 15 and 30 hour provision.
Our 15 hour offer is:
9.00am Monday to 11.30am Wednesday (Group A)
Or
12.45pm Wednesday to Friday 3.15pm (Group B)
Our 30 hour offer is:
9.00am Monday to 2.00pm on Friday
With the option of an additional 1.25 hours paid-top to 3.15pm on Fridays
Please complete an expression of interest form for 15 and 30 hours:
https://forms.office.com/e/hnH8Eq1k5W
Paper copies are available from the School Office.
Please contact the School Office for a viist if you would like to find out more.
Applications
Applications to Sandcastles Nursery are made directly to school by completing a Nursery Admission Form and returning to school. Please contact the School Office for a copy.
Nursery Admissions Policy:
Current Chargable Extras:
Reception
Are you looking for a place for your child to start in September 2026? If so, please come and join us for a tour over the Autumn term to meet our team, experience the school environment and have the opportunity to ask any questions. Please sign up below:
Thursday 9th October 9am
https://forms.office.com/e/TQS0gwT5Hq
Wednesday 15th October 9am
https://forms.office.com/e/TPEhZh1XwF
Wednesday 5th November 9am
https://forms.office.com/e/Q19BWEyEDW
Tue 11th November 5pm
https://forms.office.com/e/s5wpuMNGVf
Applications
Our Published Admission Number (PAN) is 45 children.