Taster Visits
The main intake ages for Feltonfleet are 3+ (Nursery), 7+ (Year 3) and 11+ (Year 7), although we do consider applications at other ages depending on the availability of spaces.
Once you register your child, that registration is valid for entry at any point and children who are unsuccessful at gaining a place in Nursery remain registered and therefore are automatically eligible to be considered for a place year by year as occasional spaces open up. While some families seek an occasional place, others will join Feltonfleet at 7+ when we expand the year group.
What to Expect
As registered children’s potential start dates approach, they will be invited to a Taster Visit. For Prep School entry, this typically takes place in the Autumn Term preceding their entry, and involves spending a full day at Feltonfleet, paired with a buddy to help them settle in and experience a typical school day. Pre-Prep children will enjoy a shorter visit, either in the Autumn Term for entry to Years 1 or 2, or the Spring or Summer Term for Early Years entry.
During a Taster Visit, children joining Year 3 or above will also participate in informal assessments in literacy, numeracy, and non-verbal reasoning, helping us tailor their learning journey should they join us.
Additionally, we will review your child’s latest school report and request a reference from their current school (if applicable) to ensure a smooth transition.
Our goal is to confirm that Feltonfleet is the right fit for your child academically and socially.
When to Visit
To ensure your child has the best chance of securing a place at Feltonfleet, we recommend arranging a Taster Visit in the Autumn Term preceding their entry. This is when the majority of places for the following September are allocated. While we aim to offer flexibility where possible, registering and scheduling a visit by September will maximise your child’s chances of being considered before places fill up, which often happens by Christmas.
Applying from Overseas
If an in-person Taster Visit isn’t feasible, we will arrange a virtual meeting with your child to have a friendly chat, get to know them better, and provide an opportunity for them to learn more about Feltonfleet. For children joining Year 3 or above, we will also coordinate with their current school to facilitate the completion of our informal assessments in a familiar setting.
