Welcome to new parents/children!

We can't wait to welcome all our new pupils/parents/carers in September 2026 - we are so very excited to get to know you all! 

We would like to welcome you to our wonderful community here at Combe Down C of E Primary School. By choosing our school, you are choosing to join a warm, friendly and supportive environment in which all children have the opportunity to thrive and feel valued. At the heart of everything we do is the education and wellbeing of our pupils: our mission is to facilitate rich learning and provide opportunities to enable children to shine in wherever they go and whatever they do. 

At Combe Down, we really value a partnership approach and strive to work collaboratively and supportively alongside parents and carers. It is by ensuring effective communication between us that we can, in partnership, support your child to have the best experience and education. All of our staff, from the Senior Leadership Team, to the office staff and the teaching staff will always endeavour to help, guide and listen at every step of the journey ahead because we understand that a healthy home-school relationship is key to our children feeling happy, safe and positive at school.

As we begin this journey together, we can look forward to building many incredible memories. At the forefront of this, we place a strong importance on your child’s induction and transition into life at Combe Down, and our staff are dedicated in getting to know each child, sensitively understanding that there is a unique and talented person behind each face and name. It will be normal to experience nerves, anxiety and even a little excitement in this period, for you the parents and carers as much as the children, however you can rest assured that we will support you all the way. 

Once again, welcome to the family and we look forward to the adventures ahead! 

Attached is a Welcome Booklet (booklet currently being updated for 2026 admissions) for you with further information and below are some important dates for your diaries:

Induction Presentation to Parents

This is a formal presentation to adults. It is a welcome to Combe Down Primary School and offers guidance for parents and carers on how to support and prepare their child for starting school over the summer period. It is also an opportunity to meet staff and explore your child’s new classroom. You may choose one of these two dates - you only need to attend one of these sessions:

• Monday 15th June: 6.00-7.00pm
• Wednesday 17th June: 6.00-7.00pm

These events will be held in the school hall.

Stay and Play Session

The children and one adult are invited into the classroom to meet their teacher and to become familiar with the classroom.  Your child will come to one of these sessions. You will receive a separate email confirming which date your child is invited to - please only attend that session. 

• Monday 22nd June: 3.45pm-4.15pm
• Wednesday 24th June: 3.45pm-4.15pm

These sessions are held in the Reception classrooms.

Transition to School Morning

Thursday 2^nd July from 9.15am-10.15am

In this session, children are invited into the classroom independently, while parents and carers leave them for the duration. The session lasts 1 hour and is designed to help children build confidence and independence ahead of starting school. Children will be brought into their classrooms and left with their teachers. Parents/carers are welcome to enjoy refreshments in the School Hall during this time.

With warm wishes,

Mrs Bird and the EYFS Team.