Choosing the right school for your child is an important decision, and we are delighted that you are considering Mandeville Primary School. Whether you are applying for a Nursery or Reception place, we hope the information below helps guide you through the admissions process.

Mandeville Primary School admits pupils to both Nursery and Reception. These two classes are called the ‘Early Years Foundation Stage’. Mandeville Primary School is a two-form entry primary school with a Published Admission Number (PAN) of 60 pupils in Reception each year.

There are six year groups following the Foundation Stage. School policy is that no more than 30 pupils will be admitted to a single class, however we are dependent on the local authority to manage our admissions.

We would be delighted to welcome you for a visit so you can experience our school community first-hand.

Reception Admissions 2027

Reception online admissions opens on 2nd November 2026 and can be accessed at

Applying for a school place

The application window closes on 15th January 2027. You will be notified of the school you have been allocated on 16th April 2027.

We would be proud to welcome you into our school for a tour. Available dates are listed below. We request that you telephone the school office to book your place.

• 9:30am on Wednesday 4th November 2026

• 9:30am on Tuesday 10th November 2026

• 9:30am on Friday 20th November 2026

• 9:30am on Monday 30th November 2026

Alternatively, watch our virtual tour below!

Further information on admissions can be found on the Hertfordshire County Council website.

Nursery Admissions 2027

Mandeville Primary School will have one intake for Nursery in September 2027 and is for those children born between 1st September 2023 and 31st August 2024. We offer 15 and 30-hour provision.

Applications are made directly to the school and this opens on Monday 11th January 2027 and closes Friday 5th March 2027. Places are offered by email on Monday 15th March 2027 and the deadline for parents to accept is Friday 26th March 2027. Mandeville's Admissions Policy is available below.

We would be proud to welcome you into our school for a tour. Available dates are listed below. We request that you telephone the school office to book your place.

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We anticipate each session lasting approximately one hour. You will have the opportunity to meet the Headteacher and the Early Years Leader. 

You can submit your application at the link below 

Click Here: Nursery Application Form