Yes. We welcome prospective families who would like to see the school. Our admissions page describes opportunities to visit in October and November, and a new-starters meeting in June. Please contact the Welcome Desk to arrange or confirm a visit. Read about visiting and admissions →

Apply through Hull City Council, because applications are made to the local authority where your child lives — even though Acre Heads is an East Riding-maintained school. The published Hull window for September 2027 Reception entry runs from 1 October 2026 to 15 January 2027. Apply and read Hull admissions guidance →

Apply through East Riding of Yorkshire Council. Its portal opened for September 2027 Reception applications on 1 September 2026, and the deadline is 15 January 2027. East Riding admissions information → or East Riding application portal →

For September 2027 Reception entry, the application deadline for both Hull and East Riding residents is Friday 15 January 2027. National Primary Offer Day is Friday 16 April 2027. Make your application through the local authority where your child lives. School admissions guidance →

The normal Reception admissions round is for children born between 1 September 2022 and 31 August 2023. Families considering deferred or delayed admission, including for summer-born children, should contact their home local authority for individual guidance. Hull guidance →

Yes. Families outside the catchment can apply, including those living in Hull. Applying does not guarantee a place: East Riding Council is the admission authority and applies its published admission arrangements if applications exceed the places available. Use the application service for the local authority where you live. How admission decisions are made →

Not necessarily. Naming Acre Heads as your first preference does not guarantee an offer. The local authority allocates places according to the published admissions arrangements and available places. It is important to list your genuine preferences and submit your application on time. Read our admissions information →

The local authority sends Reception offers on 16 April 2027. The school will then share further information about transition, meetings, forms and arrangements for starting in September. Exact dates for our 2027 induction activities will be confirmed nearer the time.

Contact your home local authority as soon as possible. Late applications may be considered only after on-time applications have been processed, which can reduce the chance of getting your preferred school. Hull guidance → · East Riding guidance →

Yes, children with an Education, Health and Care Plan are supported through a separate placement process. Contact your local authority SEND team and discuss your child’s needs with us. Find out about inclusion at Acre Heads →

We have 60 Reception places and organise children into three teaching groups of 20 for structured learning times. For the rest of the day, children can enjoy their adventures across the shared indoor and outdoor continuous provision. This combines the familiarity of a smaller teaching group with the excitement and opportunities of the wider Foundation Stage.

No. The three groups of 20 come together through our shared continuous provision. Children have opportunities to choose activities, explore, play with friends and follow their interests, alongside planned teaching times.

Our Foundation Stage combines carefully planned teaching with learning through play, practical experiences and continuous provision. We help children develop communication, early reading and maths, relationships, confidence and independence. Explore our Foundation Stage curriculum →

Our Foundation Stage team includes teachers and support staff, working together to help children feel secure and ready to learn. Meet the Foundation Stage team →

Talk, read, play, make time to practise everyday independence and keep the experience positive. Our school-readiness page explains that children develop at different rates and includes activities and resources to support families. School Readiness →

That is understandable. We want every child to feel safe, happy and that they belong. Let the Foundation Stage team know about any worries, routines or things that help your child settle, so we can talk through a supportive start together. Email the Foundation Stage team →

The school will share the specific September 2027 transition and starting arrangements with families after places have been allocated. We do not want to publish dates or a staggered timetable before they are confirmed. Check New Starters 2027 updates →

Our usual school day has a rolling morning drop-off from 8:30am to 8:45am, registration from 8:50am, and home time at 3:30pm. Any special arrangements for the first days of Reception in 2027 will be communicated separately. School day information →

Yes. Children in Reception are entitled to a Universal Infant Free School Meal. The school’s current welcome pack describes freshly prepared meals made on site and a range of choices. Families will receive the latest menu and booking information. School meals →

Our everyday uniform includes a white polo shirt, a green school sweatshirt or cardigan, grey or black trousers, skirt or pinafore, and black school shoes. Seasonal items are also available. School-branded uniform can be purchased through X3; unbranded suitable items can be bought elsewhere. Full uniform information →

Yes. The current uniform guidance includes a green PE T-shirt, black shorts, a black hoodie, suitable footwear and a named drawstring bag. The school will confirm PE routines for the new intake. See the PE kit list →

A named book bag and a water bottle are important everyday items. The current welcome pack also asks families to use a drawstring PE bag rather than a large school bag because cloakroom space is limited. Please label all clothing and belongings. Uniform and equipment →

Yes. The school currently offers Breakfast Club from 7:30am and Tea Time Club from 3:30pm to 6:00pm. Booking, payment arrangements and charges should be checked with the school for the 2027 intake. Breakfast Club → · Tea Time Club →

Please tell the Welcome Desk and school team before your child starts so we can talk through the relevant arrangements. The current welcome pack states that allergen information is available from the Welcome Desk. School meals →

Please telephone the school’s Welcome Desk on the first morning of absence, explain the reason and say when you expect your child to return. Keep the school updated if the absence continues. Welcome Desk: 01482 308380.

The current welcome pack explains the school’s use of SIMS Parent for information and messages, Seesaw for sharing aspects of children’s learning, and an online payment system for school items. Families will receive up-to-date set-up instructions when they join; Seesaw logins are provided after starting.

The 2026–27 welcome pack describes ParentPay for online payments. We will confirm the current payment platform and provide any necessary account instructions for families joining in September 2027.

Some families may qualify for additional support through the school’s Acre Heads Offer, linked to eligibility for Pupil Premium. The 2026–27 welcome pack describes support with items such as uniform and PE kit. Please contact the Welcome Desk to discuss current eligibility, what is included and any deadlines for 2027. Uniform and support information →

Acre Heads aims to provide an inclusive start for every child. If your child has additional needs or you would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, please tell us early so that we can work with you. Our SENDCo is Mrs Kate Baker. Explore SEND and inclusion at Acre Heads →

Our Welcome Desk will be happy to help: call 01482 308380 or email welcomedesk@acreheads.eriding.net. For questions about readiness or settling in, you can also email FoundationStage@acreheads.eriding.net.