Welcome to St Mary’s Reception 2026

We are delighted that you have chosen St Mary’s and warmly welcome you and your family to our school community.  Starting school is an exciting milestone, and we look forward to working with you as your child begins their learning journey with us. To help make the transition to school as smooth as possible, please read the information below and complete the required admissions documents.

Getting Ready for School
Please take some time to read the following documents:

These resources contain useful information to help you and your child prepare for starting Reception.

Admissions Documents: Please complete and return the following by Monday 6 July 2026.
Documents can be emailed to admissions@st-marys.richmond.sch.uk or delivered to us in person at Infant Site, Amyand Park Road, TW1 3HE

Required documents:

School Uniform
All children at St Mary’s are expected to wear school uniform. We believe our uniform helps children feel included, take pride in their school, and represent St Mary’s positively.

Please refer to:

Uniform Supplier: Stevensons, 1–15 Heath Road, TW1 4DB
Website: www.stevensons.co.uk

Second-Hand Uniform
Our parent association, FoSM, organises second-hand uniform sales throughout the year.

School Meals
School meals are provided by Caterlink and are free for all children.  Further information is available in the Caterlink Welcome Flyer.

Allergies and Special Diets:  If your child has allergies or specific dietary requirements, you may need to apply for a special menu. Please complete the Caterlink Allergy and Intolerance Form if required.

Children may either have a school meal or bring a packed lunch from home.  Further information, including sample menus and our Healthy Eating Policy, can be found on the school website https://st-marys.richmond.sch.uk/school-meals-and-snacks/

Pupil Premium Funding
Although all Reception children receive Universal Infant Free School Meals, the school may be eligible for additional funding to support your child’s education through the Pupil Premium Grant. If you think your child may be eligible, please complete the PPG form and return it to us in confidence.

Friends of St Mary’s (FoSM)
FoSM is our parent and teacher association and plays an important role in school life by:

  • Building community and friendships
  • Organising events for families
  • Raising funds to enhance school facilities and resources

FoSM is led by a committee, supported by parent class representatives who help with communication and events.  We encourage all parents to get involved—it’s a great way to meet other families and support the school community.

Connect with Other Parents – Classlist
FoSM uses Classlist, a secure and GDPR-compliant app that helps parents connect and stay informed about school activities.  To get started:

  1. Download the Classlist app.
  2. Search for “St Mary’s Church of England Primary School Twickenham”.
  3. Join the NEW Reception 2026–27 group.
  4. Join your child’s class group: NEW Blackbirds / NEW Robins / NEW Doves

Important School Policies
We recommend that all parents read the following policies available on the Policies page of our school website:

  • Attendance and Punctuality
  • Child Protection and Safeguarding
  • Food and Healthy Eating (including Nuts and Allergies Information)
  • Data Protection
  • Early Years

St Mary’s Fund
The St Mary’s Fund helps support and enhance the educational experience we provide for our children.  For further information, including details of how to donate, please visit the St Mary’s Fund section of our website https://st-marys.richmond.sch.uk/st-marys-fund/ and complete the attached St Mary’s Fund – Letter for New Parents FAQs – 2026-27

Term Dates
School term dates are available on our website at https://st-marys.richmond.sch.uk/term-dates/ We recommend adding them to your calendar now to help with future planning.

Communication
Before September please send admissions documents and enquiries to: admissions@st-marys.richmond.sch.uk

Once your child starts school they will be based at our Infant Site, Amyand Park Road, TW1 3HE

Contact details:

Arbor Parent Portal
We use Arbor for all school communications as well to allow you to register absences, sign up for clubs and trips and manage payments etc.  Before your child starts school, you will receive an email inviting you to create an Arbor account. Please activate your account via the parent portal website and you can also then download the parent app. More information can be found here:

https://support.arbor-education.com/hc/en-us/articles/360020147458-Logging-In-to-the-Parent-Portal-Parent-App

Please wait until you have received the email invitation before trying to login.

Wraparound Childcare
SMASH (St Mary’s After School & Holiday Club), based at our Middle Site on Strafford Road, provides before-school, after-school and holiday childcare for St Mary’s families.

Full details are available at https://st-marys.richmond.sch.uk/wraparound-childcare-smash/

Final Checklist

  • Read the Reception Handbook
  • Complete the Admissions Form
  • Sign the Home School Agreement
  • Send a copy of your child’s birth certificate or passport
  • Complete the Pupil Premium Form (if eligible)
  • Submit everything by Monday 6 July 2026
  • Join Classlist to connect with FOSM & other parents
  • Order school uniform

We look forward to welcoming your family to St Mary’s in September.