New Pupils: Reception Year September 2025
Please see below as much information as we think you will need to get started before your child comes to school in September. We have included a number of useful links for you. If you have any questions at all please get in touch with the school office by phone or email.
Meet the Team and Find out What Happens in EYFS
Our EYFS team have put together some information, to share with you what life looks like for child at school.
School/Home Agreement
In the email that was sent to you, it included a details about the School/Home Agreement and included a form to complete. Here is the School/Home Agreement for you to read:- School/Home Agreement
Safeguarding
Please take the time to read about Safeguarding at Robert Sandilands.
Code of Conduct
Please ensure you have read the following school policies:
Behaviour Policy and Children's Code of Conduct
School Uniform
From Reception Class to Year Six, children at Robert Sandilands are expected to wear a uniform, with sensible footwear. We believe it fosters a sense of pride and sets a standard of suitable dress.
You can find a full list of uniform here.
Our logo school uniform is available at Skoolkit in Parkway, Newbury.
Skoolkit Price List Skoolkit Top Tips
Robert Sandilands PE Hoodies are available to order from the school office, for £17.50
Most unbranded items are also available from supermarkets or other clothing retailers.
You can read our school uniform policy here.
School Meals
From September we will have a new school cater, once we receive details on how to book school meals, menus and prices etc we will be in touch.
Milk
Every child under 5 years old is entitled to free milk which is delivered to school. If you think your child would enjoy a small glass of milk daily please sign up by following this link: https://www.coolmilk.com/parents/
Wrap Around Care
Robert Sandilands Primary School and Nursery are very proud to offer parents and pupils our Pegasus Club. Pegasus provides before and afterschool care for our children from Reception to Year 6. It is open from 7.45am to 8.40am and 3.20pm to 6.00pm every school day.
From September we are changing how you can book places at Pegasus. In the meantime if you would like to book a place for your child, please contact the school office.
School Attendance
At Robert Sandilands we believe that there is a very strong link between school attendance and achievement - our children can only learn effectively if they attend school on time and every day.
You can find our absence process here and our attendance policy here.
School Holidays
Our school holidays and inset days can be found here.
