1 - Attend an Open Event
We believe that making the choice for your child’s education is one of the most important you will undertake. To make things easier for you, we host regular Open Events to allow us to provide you with a taste of our school and what we offer.
2 - Register your Child
We encourage all families interested in Bassett House School to register their child. For Nursery and Reception, registrations are accepted from birth, allowing us to note your early interest. Please remember that registrations can only be accepted after your child is born.
3 - Visit us in person or virtually
Once we have received your registration, we will be in touch to schedule either a personal tour of the school or if you are overseas a virtual meeting with our Head. This visit is a great opportunity to ask questions and for us to get to know your family.
4 - Formal Offers
Offer of a place in Nursery (2+) or Reception (4+)
Nursery and Reception offers are made based on availability, prioritising siblings of current pupils, children of alumni, and then the order of registration date, on a first-come, first-served basis. When classes reach capacity, subsequent applicants are placed on a waiting list, from which further offers may be made if places become available, again adhering to the priority order. Early registration is strongly recommended to maximise your child’s chances of securing a place.
Occasional places in Year 1 (5+) to Year 6 (10+)
For occasional places, please contact the admissions team to determine if a place is available in your child’s year group. If so, your child will be invited for a taster day and assessment to evaluate their attainment and determine if they are a good fit for the class and curriculum. Additionally, we will request a reference from your child’s current school. For younger children, the assessment focuses more on their ability to integrate with the existing class than on academic achievement alone.
5 - How to Accept an Offer of Place at Bassett House
When you receive your offer, you will also be given instructions on how to accept the offer via our online form. Acceptance of a place must be accompanied by a deposit payment of £3,000.
6 - Before the first Day
We want to make sure your child is comfortable with the move to their new school. For pupils joining Bassett House in Nursery or Reception, the children have the opportunity to attend a number of induction events leading up to their first day, which includes time to meet their new teacher.
Children joining Bassett House in Year 1 to Year 6, will attend a Taster Day giving them an opportunity to met their classmates, teachers and enjoy a day within school.
The Dukes Village
Bassett House School is part of the Dukes Education family of schools and educators, united by a common purpose: to give children the foundations for an extraordinary life. We create clusters of nurseries and schools in village locations to offer families an all-through education journey within their local area.
Dukes Education is committed to a smooth transition from nursery to prep school. With a focus on nurturing each child’s potential, we ensure that early years learning seamlessly flows into their prep school journey. Families from Little Dukes nurseries benefit from a guaranteed entry policy, meaning that when children are ready for Reception, their place in a Dukes prep school is assured—subject to availability and the child’s ability to thrive within the school’s ethos and curriculum.
Starting with a Little Dukes nursery provides a strong foundation and continuity as children grow. This guaranteed progression allows families to plan confidently, knowing their child can flourish in a familiar, supportive environment that celebrates their individuality.
