FAQ's
Admissions & Enrolment
How do I apply for admission?
Applications to join Reception in September, or to join any other year group 'in-year', should be submitted to the Richmond Admissions Department:AfC Admissions
Applications for Stanley Preschool are managed by the school.
Places in The Peartree Centre, our Resourced Provision, are allocated by Achieving for Children, not the school. Children attending Stanley do not have priority for places in the Peartree Centre.
Please see our Admissions page for all other information.
Can students join mid-year?
Yes, children can join mid-year. However, this does depend on spaces available. Please contact the main school office to find out if there are spaces for the year you wish your child to join into.
Do you offer school tours or open days?
There will be a series of parent open mornings for prospective parents of children coming into Reception and Pre-School in September. You can register your interest in attending or book to attend an open morning here.
For in-year admissions you can request a school tour by emailing our main school office.
How will I know if my application has been successful?
If you are applying for your child to start in Pre-School, then the school will contact you to let you know that your application has been successful.
If you are applying for your child to start in Reception, or you have applied for an in-year admission, then the Richmond Admissions Department will contact you regarding the outcome of your application.
School Hours & Term Dates
What time does the school day start and finish?
Pre School: 08:45 - 11:45(AM) & 12:30 - 15:30(PM)
Reception, Y1 & Y2: 08:50 - 15:15
Y3 - Y6: 08:50 - 15:20
What time should students arrive at school?
Students should arrive to School through the main gates between 08:45 and 08:50. The gates will be closed at 08:50.
What happens if my child arrives late?
If your child arrives after 8:50am, they must enter through the main office. You will need to sign them in using the sign-in tablet so staff are aware they have arrived safely. This is extremely important, as we must have an accurate record of all students on site in the event of a fire drill or emergency evacuation.
Is there before-school or after-school care?
We offer Breakfast and After-school care, known as Wraparound. Breakfast Club runs from 07:30 until 08:45. There are two options for after-school care. Long Wraparound starts straight from school at 15:30 and runs until 18:00. Short Wraparound runs from 16:30 (typically after an extra-curricular club) until 18:00. For all other info, please read through our Wraparound page.
What is the procedure for student absence/illness?
If your child is absent due to illness, the school office and absence team must be notified as soon as possible. Please contact us either by email at info@stanley.richmond.sch.uk or by telephone on 020 8977 4858.
If your child has experienced vomiting or diarrhoea, they must remain off school for 48 hours after the last episode.
If you need to request a special leave of absence for your child, please visit the school reception to complete an “Application for Leave of Absence in Exceptional Circumstances” form. This will then be reviewed by the Headteacher and the Absence/Welfare Officer.
What are the term dates?
Our term dates can be viewed here.
Uniform & Dress Code
Where can uniforms be purchased?
Any school uniform that have logos on them can be purchased here. Anything that does not include a logo can be purchased through High Street Suppliers.
Do you hold Pre-Loved Uniform Sales?
Our FOSP Team (Friend's of Stanley Primary) hold regular Pre-Loved Uniform Sales. There are no set dates for these, but parents will always be made aware of the sales a few days before.
What are the PE kit requirements?
Once your child starts at Stanley, you will be made aware of the House that has been chosen for them. Each house has a different colour, and your child's PE top needs to reflect this. The rest of the PE uniform details can be found here.
Home House - Red
Bushy House - Green
Thames House - Blue
Crane House - Yellow
We try to put siblings in the same houses.
Are there rules regarding jewellery/makeup?
Apart from plain stud earrings, jewellery should not be worn. If your child does have their ears pierced, they must be taped up for PE. Makeup should not be worn.
Facilities
What facilities does the school have?
The school has a range of wonderful facilities such as IT Suite, Library, Gymnasium, 2 x MUGAs (multi use games area), Tennis Court, Football Court, Netball Court, Basketball Court, Badminton Court, Kitchen, Playing Field.
Are the facilities available to hire & what's the process of hiring them?
These facilities are available to hire via Playfinder.
Is the site accessible for students with disabilities?
Stanley Primary School welcomes all pupils and is built to enable access for visitors, pupils and staff with disabilities. All entrances have widened doors to allow wheelchair access. There are disabled toilets adjacent to the main school office and on the first floor. The school has an accessibility lift which can be used to access upstairs classrooms. Our school hall and gym are on the ground floor, accessible to all, and are used for our assemblies, performances and various meetings. If you are visiting the school or are a prospective parent and have any concerns or questions, please ring the school office on 020 8977 4858 to find out further information.
We continually work to ensure our environment is inclusive and supportive for all students, visitors, and members of the school community. If you would like to discuss any specific accessibility requirements, please contact the school office and we will be happy to help.
Transport, Parking & School Street Scheme
Is school transport available?
School Transport is available for SEND provision students only currently.
Are there bus/train stops near?
Stanley Primary School is served by bus routes 33, 281 and 481. The nearest bus stop is Fulwell Station.
The nearest train stations are Fulwell approximately a 10 minutes walk and Teddington approximately a 20 minutes walk
Is there parking for parents and visitors?
There is on street parking available. It is permit holders only from 10:00 - 12:00, but you can pay to park on street during these hours.
What are the drop-off and pick-up procedures?
We have a School Streets Scheme in place in hopes to reduce congestion and create a safe and pleasant environment around school where the highest concentration of pupils is to be found. This is in place from Monday to Friday at 08:15 - 09.00 and 14:40 - 15:40 (term time only). Only those with an exemption are able to drive down the street during these times, otherwise, drivers will receive a fine. ANPR cameras are in place. If you feel you are eligible for an exemption, you MUST apply for this.
Who is entitled to an Exemption to School Streets?
You are entitled to a School Street Exemption if:
- Your child has a clinical diagnosis of Additional Needs
- Your child has an EHCP in place
- Your child has a clinical diagnosis of a medical condition
To apply for this, you will need a supporting letter from the School or alternatively you can upload a copy of your Blue Badge. You will need to apply here and attach the supporting letter from us to the application for it to be accepted. If you need a supporting letter, please email info@stanley.richmond.sch.uk and attach proof of required documents. These exemptions will need to be renewed annually.
Are students allowed to walk/cycle to school?
If you are happy for your child to walk/cycle to and from school unaccompanied, please let the office know and update permissions via Arbor.
Communication with Parents
How does the school communicate with parents?
We primarily communicate with parents through our Parent Portal app, Arbor. Messages sent through Arbor will usually appear as SMS notifications on your device. We may also contact parents via email when appropriate.
Occasionally, we may need to contact you by telephone if we need to speak with you directly or discuss something urgently.
Is there a parent portal or app?
Yes, we use an app called Arbor. When your child starts at Stanley Primary, we will send you a link to sign up for this. Arbor is where you will sign up for clubs, make payments and receive communication from us.
How can parents contact teachers?
For enquiries about teaching and learning, parents can contact teachers via their child's Year Group email address:
preschool@stanley.richmond.sch.uk
reception@stanley.richmond.sch.uk
For any other queries, please contact the main office.