Meet our Admissions Team

 

Welcome to the Admissions Office, where every journey begins with opportunity. Our team is dedicated to guiding families through a smooth and personalized enrollment process. We’re here to support you every step of the way as you join our vibrant and inclusive school community.

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Admissions Administrator
Ms Sandra O'Reilly
Ms. Sandra O’Reilly is our first point of contact for all your admissions processes and ensuring each family feels welcomed and supported throughout the admissions journey.
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Head of Lower Primary
Mrs Sian Noble
Mrs. Sian Noble, brings over a decade of teaching experience and her approachable, professional demeanor to the Admissions Team.
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Head of Student Support Services
Mrs Beverley Dunlop Jones
Mrs. Beverley Dunlop Jones brings a wealth of experience in child welfare and special education. Her background helps us provide thoughtful, personalized support to meet your child’s unique learning needs.

Admissions Process

To apply for admission, parents must submit the following for each child:

  • Completed Application form
  • At least two recent school reports (in English or translated)
  • Copy of birth certificate
  • Proof of good financial standing from the previous school
  • If your child has any special or specific learning needs, please include relevant documents such as:
    *Specialist reports (e.g., OT, psychological, medical)
    *Reports or assessments from a special needs teacher

Important Notes:

  • Non-refundable P400 per application. To be paid when application is submitted.
  • Submission of the application allows the school to contact previous schools for verification.
  • Submission does not guarantee admission.
  • Applicants must meet age requirements by May 31st of the entry year.
  • Students may enrol at any time during the school year, which commences in January and runs through to December.
  • The Capital Development Levy (CDL) confirms acceptance of a place (if offered) and is non-refundable.
Waiting Lists

Classes reaching the maximum size limits will continue to accept applications that will be placed on a waiting list.  In the event that students withdraw during the year, children on the waiting list will be offered a place at the time a vacancy occurs.

Reception Process

To apply for admission, parents must submit the following for each child:

  • Completed Application form
  • Copy of birth certificate
  • If your child has any special or specific learning needs, please include relevant documents such as:
    *Specialist reports (e.g., OT, psychological, medical)
    *Reports or assessments from a special needs teacher

Important Notes:

  • Non-refundable P400 per application. To be paid when application is submitted.
  • All submission of the application should be completed prior the year of entry.
  • Submission does not guarantee admission.
  • The Capital Development Levy (CDL) confirms acceptance of a place (if offered) and is non-refundable.

    Readiness Appraisals for Reception

    The School Readiness Appraisal, for children who are on the Reception Class waiting list, is held at the school mid-year prior to the admission date. Children may be considered for entrance to Reception if they reach the age of 5 on or before the 31 May of the school year.

    Children are assessed on developmental maturity, social and emotional grounds. Children who are not ready for formal school, including applicants from all categories, are invited to return for re-assessment the following year.

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