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 2026 for children born between 1 September 2022 and 31 August 2023.
2nd November 2026: Online application for Reception places opens
15th January 2027: Online application for Reception places closes
1st February 2027: 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 2027: Allocation of places made
23rd April 2027: Deadline for accepting places
10th -14th May 2027: First continuing interest round
14th -18th June 2027: Second continuing interest round