Admissions
School Visits
Staff and Governors acknowledge how very important it is for you to make the right choice for your child starting School and we would love to invite you to visit Joy Lane so that you can see for yourself all the wonderful learning opportunities we are so proud to offer. Please see our 'Reception 2025' page for details of our open mornings and tours.
We hope that our prospectus and tours will be useful in presenting an insight into our school environment.
If you would like further information following your virtual visit, please do get in touch by email or by telephone and a member of our team will happily answer any of your questions.
admissions@joylane.kent.sch.uk
01227 261430
Admissions
Joy Lane Primary School is governed by Kent County Council’s admission procedures. Full details of the admissions criteria and a copy of the Admissions form are available on the Kent County Council website.
For admissions to Oysters Specialist Resourced Provision, click here: Schools with specialist resource provision - Kent County Council.
Reception Children 2025
Applications open on the Kent online system from 5th November 2024 to 15th January 2025. You can access the applications website here www.kent.gov.uk/primaryadmissions.
You are able to state 3 preferences and it is wise to do so, so that you are allocated a school of your choice. If you wish to apply for a place for your child at Joy Lane Primary School, then put us as your as your first choice.
If you already have a child who already attends Joy Lane Primary School, please make sure their sibling details are shown on the form.
Applications must be submitted before the 15th January 2025 deadline.
If you have any queries, or need any help completing the forms, please contact the School Office, 01227 261430, and we will support you through the process.
Oyster Bay Nursery
Please contact Miss L Rumbles at oysterbaynursery@joylane.kent.sch.uk for information or call 01227 261430, option 1, if you are enquiring for a place in our Nursery.
Visit our Oyster Bay Nursery Page for more information - CLICK HERE
To view our latest prospectus please CLICK HERE
Oysters Specialist Resource Provision
The Local Authority (LA) manages all admissions into Oysters Specialist Resources Provision. The referral pathway is always via the LA; no pupil can be admitted without prior agreement from KCC. For a place to be considered, a child’s EHCP and supporting documents must be sent to the school from the Local Authority SEN team as part of the consultation process. On receipt of the consultation request, consideration will be given to the suitability of Oysters SRP for each individual child. As a setting, we will make contact with you to discuss your child's strengths and needs and to ensure a placement in a Specialist Resource Provision is appropriate. Following this, we will liaise with your child's SENDCo (where appropriate) and arrange a visit to observe them in their familiar space. Based on the consultation documents, discussions and observation, a decision will be made by the Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion, supported by the Executive Headteacher and Chair of Governors, whether they are able to offer a place in the SRP. This decision will be shared with the Local Authority who will communicate with you regarding their final decision and any next steps required.
Please note, admission into Joy Lane Primary School, does not automatically increase your chances of securing a place in Oysters Specialist Resources Provision and where it is felt that this would be an appropriate placement, the same admission process for an SRP must be followed.
As a school, we are always happy to help families navigate the SEND admissions process and would be more than happy to support, answer any questions you may have or sign-post you in the right direction. Please feel free to contact a member of the Inclusion team (inclusion@joylane.kent.sch.uk) for further information.