Joining our wonderful school
Joining our wonderful school
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Discover Lime Tree Primary! 🌿 Come and visit us, meet our team, explore our school and see what makes Lime Tree special. Book your tour today!
Choosing your child’s first school is a big decision. At Lime Tree Primary, we want every child to feel happy, valued and excited to come to school each day.
We are a vibrant, nurturing school where children are encouraged to learn with confidence, discover their interests and develop their own unique strengths. Our dedicated staff create a caring and supportive environment where children can flourish academically, socially and creatively, while developing the skills, independence and resilience they need for the future.
From inspiring learning and enrichment opportunities to our welcoming school community, there is so much to discover at Lime Tree.
Come and see what makes Lime Tree special for yourself. We would love to meet you and show you around.
Come and visit us
Come and visit us
See Lime Tree in action and discover what makes our school special
See Lime Tree in action and discover what makes our school special
Thank you for considering Lime Tree Primary School for your child’s Reception place in September 2027.
Our school tours are a wonderful opportunity to experience Lime Tree for yourself. You’ll be able to meet our Headteacher and pupils, explore our learning environment and see our school in action.
You’ll discover more about our approach to learning and our school ethos, experience the atmosphere of our community and have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.
Most importantly, you’ll get a genuine feel for what everyday life is like at Lime Tree and how we help every child to thrive.
Choose a tour that suits you
Choose a tour that suits you
• Wednesday 21 October 2026, 9:15am
• Thursday 12 November 2026, 9:15am
• Thursday 12 November 2026, 6:00pm
• Saturday 21 November 2026, 10:30am
• Wednesday 2 December 2026, 9:15am
• Tuesday 12 January 2027, 9:15am
Click here to book on one of our tours.
Starting school in September 2027
Starting school in September 2027
If your child was born between 1 September 2022 and 31 August 2023, they are eligible to start Reception at a primary or infant school in September 2027.
Important application dates
Important application dates
Applications open: Tuesday 1 September 2026
Applications close: 11:59pm, Friday 15 January 2027
National Offer Day: Friday 16 April 2027
Applications must be made through the local authority responsible for administering the council tax for your home, even if you wish to apply for a school in another area.
How places were offered at Lime Tree
How places were offered at Lime Tree
Lime Tree admissions' criteria:
Looked after children and previously looked after children
Children with a sibling in the school at the time of admission
Children with exceptional family, social or medical need
Children of members of staff employed at the school
Children in order of proximity from the school to their home
Achieving for Children
Guildhall 2
High Street
Kingston upon Thames
KT1 1EU
kingston.admissions@achievingforchildren.org.uk
Appeals Process
Richmond Independent Appeals Services manage our school's appeals process. If you wish to lodge an appeal you can do so by submitting a form online at www.richmond.gov.uk/admission_appeals.
The guidelines on the appeals process are available at www.richmond.gov.uk/admission_appeals.
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Why Lime Tree Primary?
From Year 6 Parents - Summer 2023
From Year 6 Parents - Summer 2023
How has your child developed as a learner whilst at Lime Tree?
How has your child developed as a learner whilst at Lime Tree?
She has become a really avid and varied reader since [teacher] encouraged her and selected texts he thought she’d enjoy...She reads for up to two hours every night now!
My child has gained independence and matured [and] really improved with all aspects of learning...
How has your child developed as an individual whilst at Lime Tree?
How has your child developed as an individual whilst at Lime Tree?
My child [is able] to take risks in learning tasks knowing that it's ok to make mistakes.
[My child] gets stuck into everything and has confidence and ambition for herself. I credit this to the Lime Tree’s child-centred approach and some great teachers along the way who have really taken the time to get to know her individually.
What do you value most about your child's time at Lime Tree?
What do you value most about your child's time at Lime Tree?
The nurture and warmth of the school and staff. Academics are important but, much more important, is social and emotional development and Lime Tree gets that right. It feels a very inclusive environment.
I value teaching experiences with teachers that have gone the extra mile...
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