Reception - Year 6
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First steps at chs
The main point of entry into Infant & Junior School is the Reception class. A child will start School in the September after their 4th birthday and pupils who are admitted to the Infant Department will transfer automatically to Year 3.
For entry to Reception, assessments take place throughout the autumn and spring terms. Children will work alongside experienced staff in an informal setting to assess early literacy skills, counting and numerical awareness.
For entry into other Infant classes, assessments focus on foundational skills in reading, spelling, writing, and mathematics.
Year 3 - 6
Children applying for Junior classes should demonstrate fluent reading comprehension, the ability to respond to questions orally and in writing, and sustained writing for about 30 minutes on a given topic. We also look for an interest in reading for both pleasure and information. Assessments may include reasoning and multiple-choice questions, covering a broad knowledge of mathematical concepts (number, data, shape, and measures), including written and oral calculations, and problem-solving. Children should also be able to work quietly for around 30 minutes at a time.
Transition to Senior School
From September 2025, pupils who join our Junior School before Year 5 will automatically transfer to our Senior School. This transfer is subject to a satisfactory Year 4 assessment and consistent internal assessment data throughout Years 5 and 6.
admissions
We invite you to take the next exciting step in your child’s journey by completing our application form. Our next assessments will take place in the Spring Term.
To discuss our Admissions process or if you have any questions, please contact our the team on admissions@chschool.co.uk or 0161 488 3345.
Support and flaxibility
Our provision of care for Infant & Junior pupils extends beyond the normal school hours of 8.40am and 3.30pm, offering facilities for pupils to be cared for between 7.30am and 6.00pm in a familiar environment where they can take part in a wide range of activities.
Children can arrive at School from 7.30am onwards for Breakfast Club.
After School Care is available between 3.30pm – 6.00pm.
There are various subject-based, sport or music clubs available to KS2 pupils after School for up to one hour.
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