Applying for a Reception place
If you would like to apply for a place in Reception at our school please apply through the Admissions Department of Hertfordshire County Council
We do not manage our own admissions or have any influence over who is, or is not, offered a place. Hertfordshire County Council's admission arrangements can be viewed here.
Information about Primary School admission appeal arrangements can be viewed here
We are always happy to talk to prospective parents and carers about admissions - please contact admin@bridgewater.herts.sch.uk or call 01442 871231 with any queries.
If you would like to book a tour of the school please click on the below link:
Follow this link to watch a welcome video, including a virtual tour of Bridgewater.
Admissions information is available at www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/admissions
60 Reception places are available for September 2024 for children born between 1 September 2019 and 31 August 2020.
1st November 2023: Online application for Reception places opens
15th January 2024: Online application for Reception places closes
1st February 2024: Last date to submit written explanation for why an application was late, to enable the application to be considered as "on time" e.g. if you move house, this is the last date for you to provide evidence of your new address, for consideration as a "on time" application.
16th April 2024: Allocation of places made
1st May 2024: Deadline for accepting places
13th -17th May 2024: First continuing interest round
17th -21st June 2024: Second continuing interest round