Our support for ___________ families
A Message to Families from _______________
Like many of you, we were saddened to hear the news that ____________
We appreciate that this announcement may bring with it uncertainty, concern and many questions about the future. Most importantly, we recognise the impact this news will have on children and young people who have built friendships, established routines and found a sense of belonging within their school community.
Should you be considering the next steps for your child, I want to reassure you that St Benedict's stands ready to support you. Our aim is not simply to offer places, but to provide stability, continuity and a warm welcome at what may be a difficult and unsettling time.
As a Catholic school with a long tradition of educating young people within a caring and supportive community, we understand the importance of ensuring that any transition is handled with sensitivity and care. Every family's circumstances will be different, and we are committed to providing personal support throughout the process.
Our Admissions Team and senior staff are available to answer questions, arrange visits and discuss how we can support your child's educational journey.
Over the coming weeks, we will be offering opportunities for families to visit the school, meet staff, explore our facilities and learn more about life at St Benedict's.
Most importantly, we want families to feel confident that their children will be known, valued and supported.
We very much look forward to meeting you.
With best wishes,
Joe Smith
Headmaster
St Benedict's School
Welcome to St Benedict's
We understand that this may be an uncertain time for your family. Our dedicated team is here to help answer questions, provide guidance and support you as you consider the next steps for your child.
Visit Us
The best way to understand life at St Benedict's is to experience it for yourself. We will be offering dedicated opportunities for families from [School Name] to visit the school, meet staff and pupils/students, and explore our campus.
We know that changing schools can feel daunting. Through visits, taster experiences and carefully planned transition support, we will help pupils/students feel confident, comfortable and excited about joining a new community.
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Academic Continuity
Our experienced teaching staff will work closely with families to ensure that pupils/students are supported academically, with particular attention given to those preparing for public examinations.
Pastoral Care and Belonging
One of the defining characteristics of a St Benedict's education is the strength of our community. From the moment a pupil/student joins us, they are supported by tutors, teachers, pastoral leaders and fellow pupils/students who help them settle quickly and feel at home.
How We Can Help
- Personal meetings with senior staff
- Individual school tours
- Dedicated information events
- Pupil/student taster opportunities
- Admissions guidance and support
- Transition planning for successful applicants
Your Next Conversation Starts Here
If you would like to speak with a member of our team, we would be delighted to hear from you. Every family's situation is different, and we are committed to providing personal support and guidance throughout the process.
Admissions Process
To support families requiring a change of school during the academic year, we aim to provide an accelerated admissions process.
This typically includes:
- Initial enquiry with our Admissions Team.
- Personal meeting with parents or carers.
- Tour of the school.
- Review of school reports and any relevant records.
- Age-appropriate assessment where appropriate.
- Reference from the child's current or previous setting (where available).
- Prompt communication of the admissions decision.
Where a closure means records are temporarily unavailable, we will work flexibly with families and the closing school wherever possible.
Entry During the School Year
Subject to availability, we will consider applications for immediate or mid-year entry across all year groups.
We recognise that children joining following a school closure may require additional support to settle into a new environment. Our pastoral and teaching teams will work closely with families to ensure each child receives a warm welcome and appropriate academic and pastoral support.