Admissions

How to join Homebrook Woods

We aim to make the admissions process as straightforward and supportive as possible. Every enquiry is handled personally by our Headteacher.

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Everything you need to know about Homebrook Woods in one document.

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Five steps from first contact to first day

1

Initial enquiry

Contact us by phone, email or via our enquiry form. Vonny or a senior team member will respond within two working days.

2

Discovery call

An informal telephone or video call to hear about your child — their needs, interests, challenges and goals.

3

Visit the school

We warmly encourage all families to visit before making any commitment. You and your child are welcome to see the setting and meet the team.

4

Assessment & place offer

If Homebrook Woods is the right match, we'll provide written details of the placement offer including fees and start date.

5

Transition to school

We plan each child's transition individually, working with the child, family and professionals to help them become familiar with Homebrook Woods, key adults and routines. Where appropriate, transition may include visits or a carefully planned phased start.

Referral forms & key documents

School place referrals Formal referrals for a Homebrook Woods school place are normally made by a Local Authority or other commissioning professional. Our School Place Referral Form helps us gather the information needed to consider whether Homebrook Woods may be able to meet a child's needs

Download Foundations Referral Form Download School Place Referral Form Admissions & Placement Suitability Policy (PDF) View Admissions Process Flowchart (PDF)

Commissioning & funding

Placements at Homebrook Woods are commissioned through the relevant Local Authority or funding body. As every child's needs and provision are individual, commissioning arrangements and placement costs are discussed as part of the referral process.

For further information about commissioning, funding or placement availability, please contact our Admissions Team.

Email: admissions@homebrookwoods.co.uk

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Every enquiry is handled personally. There is no obligation — just a friendly conversation.

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