Starting School 

This page is for parents of new Reception pupils starting school in September 2023.

Please direct any enquiries to admissions@merleyfirstschool.org 

Click on the link here: What to Expect When - for a summary of child development stages from birth to age 5+ 

Entry to Reception

Please use the links below to make your application.

The closing date is 15th January 2023

BCP Website - School Admissions

Dorset Website - School Admissions

Thank you for choosing Merley First School, we can't wait to share our school with you. 

Extra tours added:

Wednesday 16th November and Tuesday 29th November. 

Please contact the office to book a place 01202 888455 / office@merleyfirstschool.org