School Tours - Reception 2026
One Degree Academy will be holding school tours for our Reception 2026 intake from 9.00am to 10.00am on Tuesday, 9th December.
For more information on how to sign up, click below.
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A World’s Best School 2025 finalist & rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted in 2019 and 2025, One Degree Academy is a dynamic, top rated primary school in Enfield, UK. We are dedicated to empowering students with the knowledge, skills and confidence to achieve their full potential. Through high-quality teaching, personalised support and a strong focus on character development, we inspire young minds to excel academically and beyond. Our mission is to create a nurturing learning environment where every student can thrive and succeed.
We welcome applications from all families in our community and encourage anyone interested in sending their child to One Degree Academy to apply. As a free state school, we’re open to everyone—no matter where you live.
School Tours / Open Mornings
One Degree Academy will be holding school tours for our Reception 2026 intake from 9.00am to 10.00am on certain mornings in November and December 2025 (Tuesday, 9th December 2025 is still available). If you would like to come to one of our open mornings before applying, please register your interest here. These sessions will give you a chance to look at our school as well as hear from our team about what makes ODA #ProudlyDifferent.
Want to Jump to the Top of the Waiting List?
For most year groups, we operate a waiting list that’s updated with every new application. Families eligible for Pupil Premium (low-income households) are automatically placed at the top of this list, regardless of where they live. If you think you may qualify and would like assistance, please email admissions@onedegreeacademy.org or call us at 020 3150 1144. We’ll be happy to help you secure a place at One Degree Academy. You will need to complete the Pupil Premium application form here.
You can learn more about Pupil Premium here.
No Catchment Area for Lower Income Families
There is no catchment area for families eligible for Pupil Premium (low-income households). These families are given priority admission or go to the top of our waiting list, regardless of their address. Please complete the Pupil Premium application form here. Then call us on 020 3150 1144 and we can help you see if you qualify as Pupil Premium.
How to Apply
Like other primary schools, we have an admissions policy, linked below. Depending on your child's age, the application process differs slightly:
Nursery - Before Primary School (Ages 3-4)
Applications for Nursery January 2026 are now closed.
We do not currently have any spaces in our Nursery. If you have any questions about our future intakes, please contact admissions@onedegreeacademy.org.
Please note that at ODA we currently only have a Nursery for 3-4 year olds.
In-Year Admissions - Reception to Year 6 (Ages 4-11)
To apply during the school year for a place in Reception or any other year group, you can submit your application directly to us. Some year groups currently have limited spaces, so be sure to complete the in-year admissions form to apply.
Reception - The First Year of Primary School (Ages 4+)
To apply for your child to start Reception (children aged 4 by September), submit an application through Enfield Council here.
Want to Know More About Our Admissions Process?
For detailed information on how spaces are allocated, you can review our admissions policy here.
We’re here to help with any questions you may have, so don’t hesitate to reach out!