Important Admissions Information – September 2026 Entry 

For pupils joining Samuel King’s School in September 2026, it is important that parents/carers complete the following forms: 

Required Forms 

  • Admissions Form (September 2026 Entry) – [Insert link]  

  • Pupil Information Form (September 2026 Entry) – Complete

Before completing the Permissions Form, please ensure you have read the following documents: 

  • Behaviour Policy – [Insert link]  

  • Home–School Agreement – [Insert link]  

  • IT Acceptable Use Agreement – [Insert link]  

  • Uniform Policy – [Insert link]  

The Permissions Form includes confirmation that you have read and understood these documents. 

 

School Transport 

If you live within the school’s catchment area, all transport queries should be directed to the Westmorland and Furness Council School Transport Team. 

You can find further information about eligibility and how to apply here: 
https://www.westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk/schools-and-education/apply-school-transport 

For out-of-catchment transport (September 2026 entry), places must be pre-booked through the school office. 
Please contact Diane Smith at dsmith@alston.cumbria.sch.uk to discuss availability. 

 

Biometric Catering System 

We use the CRB Cunninghams biometric system to support a cashless catering experience in school. This system uses fingerprint recognition technology to securely verify a student’s identity when purchasing food. 

Data Protection and Privacy 

We take data protection seriously and would like to reassure parents that: 

  • Biometric data is securely encrypted and stored in line with GDPR and the Data Protection Act  

  • The system does not store actual fingerprint images, only a unique digital template  

  • This information cannot be used outside of the school environment or for any other purpose  

Consent 

Consent for the biometric system is provided via the Permissions Form. 

  • If consent is not received, your child will not be enrolled in the biometric system  

  • An alternative method (such as a secure PIN) will be provided if preferred  

 

Cashless Payments 

Please note that there is no cash facility available in school. 

All payments for food must be made via the iPayimpact account. 
We recommend ensuring your child’s account has sufficient funds if they wish to purchase food on site.