You'd like your child to join us at Whitegate End?!

We are honoured you have chosen us for this next big step in your little one's life, and we can't wait to meet you. 

Our Nursery admissions are organised by us at school. You can pick up an admissions form from the office.

Our Reception admissions are organised by Oldham Local Authority. You can find out more about this HERE. 
NB: A place in our Nursery does not guarantee a place in our Reception class.

Still haven't made your mind up? Come along to our EYFS Open Evening

Our EYFS Open Evenings are the perfect opportunity to explore our vibrant Early Years environment, meet our dedicated team and see first-hand how we help every child feel happy, confident and ready to thrive.

Open Evening Date:
📆 Tuesday 1st December 2026

🕓 Tours available at:
• 4:00pm
• 4:30pm
• 5:00pm

During your visit you’ll be able to:

✨ Explore our inspiring indoor and outdoor learning environments
✨ Meet our passionate EYFS team
✨ Find out how we develop children’s confidence, independence and love of learning
✨ Ask any questions about starting school and the admissions process

We know choosing your child’s first school is a big decision, and we’d love the opportunity to show you what makes Whitegate End such a welcoming place for children and families.

📲 Places are limited, so please scan the QR code on the poster or click the link below to book your preferred tour time.

https://tinyurl.com/WGEEYFS2027

We can’t wait to welcome our September 2027 starters and their families!

What happens if you're offered a place?

• You will be invited to school for a meeting for parents in June, where you will meet the Early Years and wider school team, including the Headteacher and SENCo, receive important information about how the Early Years unit works and find some reassurance about those early concerns. At this meeting you will also book your home visit so we can come and meet your child too.

• In July, a home visit will take place where Mrs Nicholl and another member of the Early Years team will come and meet your child at home. Children's homes are their safe space, where they feel most comfortable and is a great starting point for them to build a relationship with us.

• At Whitegate End we run our Stay and Play session at school very early in September. We understand that the summer is such a long time for young children and the session is a great opportunity for them to explore the unit, with you there as comfort, just before starting with us later in the week.

• Children in Reception start full-time the day after the Stay and Play session. Nursery children are staggered into the unit within the first 1–2 weeks of the term.

• Following your child's first day, we love to see parents in the cloakroom, helping their children to get organised for the day ahead. Goodbyes for the day happen here too, and children make their way into class supported by a member of staff.