🌟Starting School September 2026
We are delighted to welcome all children and families who have been offered a place at Raynsford Church of England Academy for September 2026.
Starting school is a very special milestone, and we are excited to begin this journey with you and your child. At Raynsford, we pride ourselves on creating a safe, nurturing environment where every child is celebrated for who they are and supported to thrive.
Over the coming months, we will be working closely with you to ensure your child has a smooth, happy and confident start to school life at Raynsford Academy.
Shortly, you will receive further information about upcoming events and key dates, along with details on how to register your child and find out more about life at Raynsford.
🤝 Working Together
We believe that strong partnerships with parents and carers are key to a successful start. There will be plenty of opportunities to meet staff, ask questions, and share important information about your child.
We are really looking forward to getting to know you and welcoming you into the Raynsford family.
📌 Waiting List Information
If you have not been offered a place at Raynsford Church of England Academy, you are welcome to request that your child is added to our waiting list.
Waiting lists are managed by the Local Authority and places are allocated in line with the school’s admissions criteria.
To be added to the waiting list, please contact Central Bedfordshire School Admissions directly:
- 🌐 Visit: Central Bedfordshire Council admissions page
- 📞 Telephone: 0300 300 8037
- 📧 Email: admissions@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk
If a place becomes available, the Local Authority will contact you directly.
📩 Need Help?
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the school office.
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