We understand that choosing the right school for your child is a huge decision that takes time and careful consideration. We are thrilled that you are considering Whiteheath Infant and Nursery School for your child and that you are visiting our website to learn more about our school.
Here’s everything you need to know about the timings of our school day.
We offer flexible options to suit your family’s needs:
Morning Session: 8:35am – 11:35am
Afternoon Session: 12:25pm – 3:20pm
(Universal 15 hours' free childcare)
30 Hours Childcare: 8:35am – 2:35pm
Optional Extended Day: 2:35pm – 3:20pm
(Ideal for working families needing a little extra time)
School Day: 8:40am – 3:20pm
Gates close & registration: 8:50am sharp
Total weekly hours: 32.5 hours
We pride ourselves on a smooth start to every day, so arriving on time helps children settle, connect, and get ready to learn.
Infant School
Whiteheath has an inclusive admissions policy that applies to all children and families. We have spaces, please contact us for a school tour.
Reception to Year 2 admissions are the responsibility of Hillingdon Local Authority.
To apply for a school place for September 2025, please click on the link below.
Starting Primary School September 2025
Important Dates:
Wednesday 15 January 2025 - Online applications deadline (Midnight)
Wednesday 16 April 2025 – National Offer Day (NOD)
Wednesday 30th April 2025 - Acceptance deadline
Wednesday 14 May 2025 - Appeals deadline
Our current admissions number is 90 children per year which are organised into three classes in year groups. Intakes are monitored very carefully across age and gender groupings to the best educational benefit of the children. If more applications are made than spaces are available, places will be offered using the published admissions criteria for community schools which is detailed below:
Admissions criteria
1. A looked after child (as defined in the Children Act 1989) or a child who was previously looked after but immediately after being looked after became subject to an
adoption, child arrangement order, or a special guardianship order.
2. Children attending year 2 at the linked infant school are given priority for admission
to the junior school (this applies to junior school applications only).
3. Children who suffer from a long term medical or psychological condition, which
makes it necessary for them to attend a particular school.
4. Children who have a member of the immediate family who suffers from a long term
medical or psychological condition which makes it necessary for them to attend a
particular school.
5. Children who have a sibling* living within the distance priority radius.
6. Children who have a sibling* who was admitted to the full time school prior to 31st
August 2017.
7. Children living nearest the school within the distance priority radius.
8. Children of staff where the member of staff is recruited to fill a vacant post for
which there is a demonstrable skill shortage.
9. Children who have a sibling* living outside of the distance priority radius.
10. Children living nearest the school not within the distance priority radius.
The distance criteria as set out by the local authority for a 3 form entry school is 1000 meters.
If you would like to apply for a starting reception place or an in-year admission please visit the London Borough of Hillingdon's website:
https://archive.hillingdon.gov.uk/schooladmissions
Tours of the School Prospective parents and children are welcome to visit Whiteheath Infant & Nursery School. Please follow the below link for more information on how to book a place for one of our tours.
