--- title: "Applying for a reception place for 2027" url: "https://stjeromebilingual.org/applying-for-a-reception-place-for-2027" school: "Saint Jérôme Church of England Bilingual School" --- # Applying for a reception place for 2027 RECEPTION 2027 · APPLICATIONS # A new school. Two languages. One wonderful beginning. Welcome to Saint Jérôme Church of England Bilingual School. Discover a warm, ambitious English and French education in the heart of Harrow. Book an Open Day How to Apply APPLICATION DEADLINE **15 JAN** 2027 · MIDNIGHT ![Kate Schutte, Headteacher](https://files.schudio.com/st-jerome-church-of-england-bilingual-school/imagecache/1024x1024c/homepage/kate.png)KATE SCHUTTE · HEADTEACHER A WELCOME FROM OUR HEADTEACHER ## Come and discover Saint Jérôme. Choosing your child's first school is one of those decisions that stays with you. A website can tell you a great deal, but there is no substitute for walking through the doors and experiencing a school for yourself. At Saint Jérôme, children grow up as part of a diverse, multilingual and multicultural community, learning in English and French and developing the knowledge, confidence and character they need for the future. If you are considering Saint Jérôme for Reception in September 2027, I would be delighted to welcome you for a visit. Come and meet us, see the school in action and ask the questions that matter to your family. **Kate Schutte** Headteacher **60** Reception places **15** Foundation places **2** Languages English + French **1** Welcoming community START YOUR JOURNEY ## Reception 2027 in under a minute. Visiting, applying, key dates and Foundation places. We've made the admissions journey simple. ![Saint Jérôme Church of England Bilingual School](https://files.schudio.com/st-jerome-church-of-england-bilingual-school/images/logo/logo(1).png) ## RECEPTION 2027 ## Their story starts here. Saint Jérôme Church of England Bilingual School ▶ WATCH THE FILM Ⅱ🔊 0:00 OFSTED · NOVEMBER 2022 GOOD Overall effectiveness [Read the full Ofsted report → ](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50205710) WHAT OFSTED FOUND ## A calm, friendly place where children want to learn. > “Pupils look forward to coming to school because of the calm and friendly atmosphere.” ★ **High expectations** Leaders are ambitious for pupils to achieve well across a wide range of subjects. FR **French at our heart** Ofsted found French well embedded and fundamental to the ethos of the school. ✓ **Eager to learn** Pupils in all years, including children in early years, were described as eager to learn. ♥ **Safe and supported** Ofsted found that pupils are safe and safeguarding arrangements are effective. SOMETHING DIFFERENT ## Why families choose Saint Jérôme. A distinctive education that combines high expectations with language, culture, faith and a strong sense of belonging. 01 EN FR ### A bilingual education Children learn in both English and French. They do not need to be able to speak French before they join us. 02 ♥ ### Everyone is welcome A Church of England school welcoming children and families of all faiths and none. 03 A+ ### Ambition from the start High expectations, early reading and a curriculum designed to build knowledge and confidence over time. 04 ☺ ### Happy to learn Ofsted found pupils look forward to school, enjoy learning and behave respectfully and considerately. COME AND MEET US ## Reception 2027 Open Days. See the school for yourself. Meet our team, experience our bilingual environment and ask the questions that matter to your family. ◷ All visits: 9.15am – approximately 10.30am OCTOBER 06 ### Tuesday 6 October 9.15am – 10.30am [Register for this Open Day → ](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/open-day-at-st-jerome-bilingual-church-of-england-school-6th-october-tickets-1993541126173)NOVEMBER 03 ### Tuesday 3 November 9.15am – 10.30am [Register for this Open Day → ](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/open-day-at-st-jerome-bilingual-church-of-england-school-3rd-november-tickets-1993541264587)DECEMBER 01 ### Tuesday 1 December 9.15am – 10.30am [Register for this Open Day → ](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1993541807210) KEEP IT SIMPLE ## Your Reception application journey. Three simple stages. The third only applies if you are applying for a Foundation place. 1 COME AND SEE US ### Visit Saint Jérôme Book an Open Day and experience our classrooms, community and bilingual approach for yourself. View our Open Days → 2 APPLY ### Make your Reception application Apply through your normal local authority Reception admissions process. Your application must be submitted by **midnight on 15 January 2027**. 3 FOUNDATION PLACE APPLICANTS ### Complete the supplementary form If you are applying for one of the 15 Foundation places, complete the Supplementary Information Form, have the clergy section completed and return the form to school. See what you need to do → RECEPTION 2027 APPLICATION DEADLINE **15 January 2027** Applications close at midnight. 15 FOUNDATION PLACES ## Applying for one of our 15 places? If you want your application to be considered for a Foundation place, there is one additional part of the admissions process. **Important** You still make the normal Reception application as well as completing the school's Supplementary Information Form. 01**Complete your section** Complete Section A of the school's Supplementary Information Form. 02**Ask your clergy member** Section B is completed and signed by a member of the clergy. 03**Return it to school** Email the completed form to [ office@stjeromebilingual.org ](mailto:office@stjeromebilingual.org) or return it to the school. FORMS & DOCUMENTS ## Everything you need to apply. Download the Reception 2027 Supplementary Information Form and the relevant admissions documents below. Supplementary Information Form for Entry to Reception in September 2027 99 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/st-jerome-church-of-england-bilingual-school/files/documents/Supplementary-Information-Form-SIF-Reception-2027.pdf) **Need the full Admissions Policy?** Read the detailed admissions and oversubscription arrangements. [View Admissions Policies → ](https://stjeromebilingual.org/policies) GOOD TO KNOW ## Reception 2027 questions. A few of the things families often want to know before making an application. Does my child need to speak French before starting? + No. Children do not need to be able to speak French before they join Saint Jérôme. French is developed as part of their education at school. Is Saint Jérôme only for Christian families? + No. Saint Jérôme is a Church of England school and children from all faiths and those with none are warmly welcome to apply. How many Reception places are there? + The school's Published Admission Number is **60 Reception places**. When is the application deadline? + The closing date for Reception 2027 applications is **midnight on 15 January 2027**. Does everyone complete the Supplementary Information Form? + No. The Supplementary Information Form is for applicants who want to apply for a Foundation place. What if I still have a question? + Call the school on **020 3019 6363** or email [ office@stjeromebilingual.org ](mailto:office@stjeromebilingual.org). YOUR JOURNEY STARTS HERE ## Come and see Saint Jérôme. Choosing a school is a big decision. Come and meet us, experience the atmosphere and discover whether Saint Jérôme feels right for your child and your family. Book an Open Day [ Ask Us a Question ](mailto:office@stjeromebilingual.org) ### Admissions - [Applying for a Reception Place for 2027](https://stjeromebilingual.org/applying-for-a-reception-place-for-2027) - [Applying for an In Year Admission](https://stjeromebilingual.org/applying-for-an-in-year-admission) - [Starting Reception](https://stjeromebilingual.org/starting-reception) - [Appeals](https://stjeromebilingual.org/appeals) - [Admissions Consultation 2027-2028](https://stjeromebilingual.org/admissions/admissions-consultation-2027-2028) ### Our School Day Our school day is from **8:45am to 3.30pm** for Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 and **3.40pm** for Year 3, Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6. We have a soft start from **8.30am**. ### Find Us Saint Jérôme Church of England Bilingual School, 120–138 Station Road, Harrow, Middlesex, HA1 2DJ Phone: [ 020 3019 6363 ](tel:02030196363) Email: [ office@stjeromebilingual.org ](mailto:office@stjeromebilingual.org) ### In Association With [ ![Logo](https://files.schudio.com/st-jerome-church-of-england-bilingual-school/images/logo/logo-footer.png) ](https://ldbs.co.uk/) © 2026 Saint Jérôme. Registered in England No. 09010445