If your child was born between 1 September 2021 and 31 August 2022, they will be eligible to start school in the academic year September 2026

At Stanhope Primary School, we strive to provide for your child the best education possible in an excellent learning environment. Our vision and values are growing and developing as the school grows and reflects those within the community.  Stanhope Primary School is a safe, happy, respectful environment which aims to combine the life experiences and values of our children and families with the school culture. To achieve this inclusive environment, we respect and value the differences and diversity within our community.

We aim to help children develop their own identity, and create a sense of belonging in an environment which supports their development and prepares them for their lifelong learning journey.

Stanhope Primary School gives all pupils the opportunity to develop enquiring minds, building on their natural curiosity and confidence with an aim of creating positive, respectful relationships which make them feel valued.

We would welcome the opportunity to meet with you and show you around our wonderful school.

Please call our school office to confirm your attendance,

Prospective Parent Tours 2026/2027 Intake:

Information Evening and Tour Monday 6th October 2025 @6-7pm Book Tickets

Tours of the School

Thursday 9th October 2025@9.30am Book Tickets

Friday 10th October 2025 @ 9.30am Book Tickets

Monday 3rd November 2025@ 9.30am Book Tickets

Friday 17th October 2025@9.30am Book Tickets

Wednesday 19th November 2025@9.30am Book Tickets

If you have any questions please contact the office on 01252929435 or info@stanhope.school

Admissions

All of our applications are handled by Hampshire County Council, who manage this process on behalf of the school. For more information on school admissions, feel free to contact us on 01252 929435, and we can discuss your options. Alternatively, you can visit the website provided, which offers details on the application process, guidance information, and a catchment area finder.

https://www.hants.gov.uk/educationandlearning/admissions/applicationprocess

A hard copy of this form is available by contacting the school.

Upon receipt of an in-year application, the school will aim to notify the parents of the outcome of their application in writing within 10 school days, but applicants must be notified in writing within 15 school days. Where an application is refused, there is the right to appeal. Details of how to appeal can be found below.

All in-year appeals will be heard within 30 school days.

Where an applicant is offered a school place following an in-year application, and the offer is accepted, arrangements will be made for the child to start school as soon as possible, particularly where the child is out of school.

Appeals

Parents or guardians who have been denied a school place for their child have the right to appeal the decision. Appeals can be submitted at any time. The Surrey Appeals Service manages school appeals on our behalf.

If your child is in KS1, please follow this link for more information on the appeals process.

Key Stage 1 Appeal aged 4 to 7 at the time of school admission

Our admission policies are located below.