Admissions Policy

  Head Start Nursery School operates an Equal Opportunities Policy and therefore accepts all children in
  Ramsey and the locality depending on their age (between 2 and 5 years)and the availability of spaces.

  A prospectus is sent upon request and the address of the Head Start Nursery School
  website, www.headstart-nurseryschool.com is provided for access to further
  information. Hard copies of policies and procedures are also available.

  A school visit is then arranged for the both parents/carers and the child to determine
  whether the school can provide the learning environment that will match the needs of
  the child. Should the school have a full enrolment at that time, the child’s name will
  be placed on a waiting list.

  The parents/carers complete the registration form with all relevant information to be
  kept at the school. The number of required sessions is established and an entry date
  finalised.

  Prior to the start date an induction visit is arranged for the child, when the parent can
  leave him/her for a short period of time, once settled, in order that staff and other
  children have the opportunity to establish an intitial relationship and the child can
  explore the surroundings. Further visits can be arranged in order to ensure that the child
  will have a happy and settled entry.

  On the start date both parents/carers and the child are given much support and
  encouragement that the new experience will be both positive and rewarding. Children
  can bring along a favourite toy or a comforter to give them security. Parents can remain
  at the school until they are confident that the child is settled. Parents can contact staff at
  any time during the session if they have any concerns.

  Should the child not settle, staff will work together with the parents and implement a
  workable strategy for ensuring that the child does become happy and enjoy the session.

  In the event that a child or his parents/carers do not find that Head Start can provide the
  education for their needs, a meeting will take place between the Head Teacher and the
  parents and appropriate measures undertaken.