Welcome to Lionel Walden Primary School!
We are delighted that your child will be joining us in Reception this September and we look forward to welcoming them to our school community.
Our Reception class will comprise children who already attend our Pre-School alongside others joining us from a variety of early years settings. We fully recognise that each child will arrive with their own unique experiences and individual needs. Our staff are committed to ensuring a smooth and positive transition into Reception for all children and their families.
For families whose children do not currently attend our Pre-School, we will contact you shortly to arrange a visit to the Reception classroom. This visit will give you and your child the opportunity to familiarise yourselves with the environment and to meet the Reception team.
For children already attending our Pre-School, we will offer several opportunities towards the end of the summer term for them to spend time in the Reception classroom, working alongside their future classmates and staff. These sessions are designed to help them become comfortable and confident about their move into Reception.
Jump Up Day – Wednesday 2nd July
All children will spend the morning in their new classes on this day. Children not currently attending our Pre-School are also warmly invited to join the Reception class for this session. To help ease them into the setting, we will open our doors at 9:30am, allowing for a gentle and supportive introduction to our new children. Existing Pre-School children can attend at normal time as staff will organise a move into reception across the corridor!
New to Reception – Parents’ Information Event – Tuesday 8th July
We will be holding an information event for all Reception parents on Tuesday 8th July. During this session, you will learn more about life at Lionel Walden Primary School, the Early Years curriculum, and have the opportunity to meet key members of staff. You will also be invited to tour the classroom, sample our delicious school lunches, and ask any questions you may have.
Starting in September
School starts on Wednesday 3rd September 2025 for all children enrolled in our Reception class. In order to facilitate a smooth entry on the first day, we will stagger entry time to the setting. This will give you a further opportunity to talk to staff about any final details. You will be informed of your arrival time before the end of the term.
Keeping Up to Date
Please continue to check our school website: www.lionelwalden.cambs.sch.uk for the latest information. The website includes a regularly updated calendar of events, term dates, and guidance on our School Gateway payment system.
You can also access our Diary Dates SWAY, which is frequently updated. A link to this can be found on the front page of our website, at the bottom of every school email, and regularly posted on our Facebook page.
Get Involved
We are fortunate to have a fantastic team running our Lionel Walden School Association. They organise events throughout the year to raise funds that directly benefit our pupils. If you are interested in joining or supporting their work, please contact the school office and we will be happy to connect you with them.
We look forward to working with you and your child in the months ahead. Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.