New Year 3 Information 2023

Introduction

Welcome to the transition page of our school website! We will aim to provide you with as much information as possible to aid with the transition from year 2 to 3.

You will have already received your admissions pack. If you have not yet returned the forms to Mrs Carter, please do so as soon as possible.


Introductory Letter from Dr Jones

Our Headteacher, Dr Jones, has written an introduction for you with some useful information.


New Parents Evening Information Booklet

Transition Booklet for the Children!

Our Transition Booklet will give you a wide variety of information about the school before you start in September!


Optional Summer Activities

You may wish to complete these activities to help in supporting and preparing you for the transfer to Orchards!


Information Booklet for Parents

The details included here will help to answer any questions you may have!


Uniform Shop

Please click on the button below to view our uniform shop prices. If you would like to purchase any of these items, please contact the school office. Kindly note that your child will receive a free water bottle, tie and PE top on their first day in September.

We are now selling school jumpers/cardigans from The Orchards’ reception between 8:00am and 4:00pm, Monday – Friday, until the end of term.


Free School Meals

If you believe your child may be entitled to Free School Meals, please complete the application form attached below or follow this link

https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/education-children-and-families/schools-and-colleges/free-school-meals/#how-to-apply


Chartwells

Our hot school meals are provided by Chartwells. You can find all of the information you need with reference to school meals on the buttons below.



Term Dates

Please see our term dates below


Starting Arrangements for September

Click below for important information related to the children’s first day on Monday 4th September


Meet the teachers!