Flax Bourton C of E Primary runs free 30-minute Reception tours for September 2027 starters, 10 dates from 22 October to 11 January. Book on Eventbrite.
Flax Bourton Church of England Primary School is opening its doors to families choosing a Reception place for September 2027, with ten tours between Thursday 22 October and Monday 11 January.
Each tour lasts about 30 minutes. Children are welcome to come along, and places are booked free on Eventbrite. The school is on Station Road, Flax Bourton, BS48 1UA.
The school says families will meet the headteacher, see the school in action and around its grounds, hear from the children, find out about its provision, curriculum and enrichment, and ask questions.
The tour dates
Thursday tours start at 2pm and Monday tours at 9am.
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| Thursday 22 October 2026 | 2pm |
| Monday 2 November 2026 | 9am |
| Thursday 12 November 2026 | 2pm |
| Monday 16 November 2026 | 9am |
| Thursday 26 November 2026 | 2pm |
| Monday 30 November 2026 | 9am |
| Thursday 10 December 2026 | 2pm |
| Monday 14 December 2026 | 9am |
| Thursday 7 January 2027 | 2pm |
| Monday 11 January 2027 | 9am |
The school is inviting families from Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Failand, Backwell, Nailsea and the surrounding Bristol and North Somerset area.
What the headteacher says
Headteacher Steve Lung said: “We’re incredibly proud of our school, with its wonderful outdoor spaces, fantastic Reception team and strong sense of community where every child belongs.
“Our vision is ‘Growing together towards life in all its fullness’, and we’d love families to come and see that in action. There’s no better way to get a feel for a school than to visit, meet the people and see the children enjoying their day.”
About the school
Flax Bourton has around 200 pupils, which the school says makes it “small enough to foster a strong sense of belonging while offering children a rich and varied education”. It describes itself as a village school about 10 minutes from Bristol, with spacious grounds and close links with the village community.
Its three core values are Compassion, Courage and Curiosity. The school says its Reception provision is “a particular strength”: it says its early years teaching has been recognised as a model of good practice, with teachers and school leaders from other schools visiting to learn from its approach.
The school counts its outdoor space among its greatest assets, “giving children opportunities to play, explore nature and enjoy being active”. Clubs beyond the classroom include nature club, choir, computing and cheerleading.
What it means for you
If your child starts school in September 2027, these tours are a way to see Flax Bourton on a normal school day before you list your preferences. The Monday morning slots catch the start of the day; the Thursday afternoon ones suit families who cannot get away first thing. Book a place on Eventbrite, or contact the school on 01275 464468, at mailbox@flaxbourton.n-somerset.sch.uk or through its website.
More events across the area are in our things to do in North Somerset guide.
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