New Parent information
New Entrants Starting School in September 2026
Welcome to South Camberley!
Thank you for choosing South Camberley Primary and Nursery School.
We believe that a successful start to school begins well before September. That’s why we take great care in ensuring a smooth and seamless transition for every child, helping them feel happy, confident and ready to learn from their very first day.
Our induction process begins in the summer term and is carefully designed to get to know each child as an individual. Our staff visit children in their nursery settings, and we invite families into school for stay-and-play sessions, story times and opportunities to meet our team. These early experiences help children become familiar with their new environment and begin to build trusting relationships with staff.
We understand that every child is different, and for some, starting school can feel like a big step. Alongside our universal transition programme, we offer a more personalised, bespoke approach where needed—working closely with families and previous settings to ensure the right support is in place. This allows us to respond to individual needs and ensure that every child feels secure, included and ready to thrive.
By the time September arrives, children are well-prepared, and our transition into full-time school is calm, positive and carefully supported. This strong start helps to build the foundations for both academic success and emotional wellbeing.
At the heart of our school is a clear vision: for all pupils to become confident, caring individuals who achieve personal success and develop a lifelong love of learning. We are committed to nurturing each child’s curiosity, supporting their development and helping them grow within a warm and welcoming community.
We understand that choosing the right school is an important decision, and we hope the information here supports you in that process. We are proud of the care and attention we give to every child’s early experiences and look forward to welcoming your family into our school community.
We cannot wait to welcome you.
Below you will find links to forms and information which should tell you all you need to know before you join us in September.
Admission and Consent Forms
These have already been sent you in your welcome email, but are here again for your convenience. It is only necessary to complete these once. You do not need to save or return these forms to us as we automatically receive the information once the forms are submitted.
Uniform
Our uniform can be purchased at Brenda's Uniform shop a full list and more information can be found on our uniform page.
School Lunches
All Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 children will have a free hot school meal daily, and we are able to cater for all dietary requirements. Packed lunch is not an option for children in KS1 from September 2026 in line with our Healthy Schools approach. Water and fruit is provided for children throughout the day.
Full-time nursery children can have a school meal at a cost of £3 per day.
Free school meals and extra funding
If you receive certain benefits, you can apply to a scheme called the Pupil Premium. This gives our school extra funding - up to £1300 per year, to help with your child’s education. Nursery children who are eligible for this Pupil Premium will also receive a free school meal.
we urge all new nursery and reception parents to apply if you qualify, see eligibility and apply here.
if you think you qualify please apply. All applicants who come back as eligible will be entered into a draw to win a £50 supermarket voucher!
Allergens & medical diets
Our Caterers, Chartwells create menus for those children who suffer with allergies or require a special diet.
A special diet is a requirement different to the choices offered within the menu cycle, which is medically required or due to religious beliefs.
For medically required diets all requests are to be supported by a GP/Dietician letter confirming the allergy
To notify us of your child's allergy and request a medical diet you will need to fill out and return our Medical Diet Request Form here. The form can be printed off and completed by clicking the link. You can also collect a hard copy from your site's school office.
To support a Medical Diet Request you will also need to fill out and return a Medical Diet Evidence Support Form
School Milk
School milk is available to all children and is free if your child is under 5. You can register your child to have milk in school via the coolmilk website
Childcare after school
School Fund Contribution 2024-2025
Schools are constantly having to work to very tight budgets and we rely greatly on the kind generosity and support of our parents. This school year, we are asking parents/carers if they are willing to contribute to the School Fund, which allows us to provide a variety of enrichment activities throughout the school year, such as trips to the local pantomime & visiting theatre groups. This voluntary contribution enables us to purchase extra items which are not immediately available from stock (for example, cooking materials and additional playtime equipment).
We would like to suggest a minimum contribution of £35 per family. Payments can be made through ScoPay, our new payment system, under the PRODUCTS heading – if you have not already registered, your login details will be sent to you shortly after your child starts with us. We are very grateful for this additional revenue and Iwe thank you for your support.