School transport
ACADEMY Information
Here you will find policies and information that are specific to Docking. You are free to view them here, download them or request a hard copy from the academy office.
For policies and information that are relevant to all academies in the federation visit the
Policies & information page in the St Mary Federation section of this website.
Some children who attend Docking C of E Primary Academy and Nursery are entitled to free county school transport, with two buses currently running from Bircham. Eligibility will depend on many factors such as distance from their nearest catchment school, age of child and other benefits the family receive. If you think you may be eligible, please visit www.norfolk.gov.uk/schooltransport or call the service centre on 0344 8008020. All applications are considered on a case-by-case basis, taking personal circumstances into account.
Monks Close - 8.30
Windmill Hill - 8.40
Docking C of E Primary Academy and Nursery - 8.55
School uniform
It is expected that all children wear a school uniform to aid equality and a sense of belonging. Please ensure that each item of clothing is clearly marked with the owner’s full name. All academy uniform can be ordered direct from the academy office.
Boys: Navy blue sweatshirt, pale blue polo shirt, plain grey trousers / shorts, flat dark coloured closed toe shoes, preferably black, plain socks.
Girls: Navy blue sweatshirt, pale blue polo shirt, navy blue skirt / pinafore dress or plain grey trousers / shorts, flat, dark coloured closed toe shoes, preferably black, blue gingham dress (summer), plain socks / tights.
Lunch and breaktime snacks
Meals are provided by Aspen Services. You can visit their website at About Us – Aspens Services (aspens-services.co.uk) to find out more about the service they provide.
Copy menus are sent home detailing what options are available daily. Dinner money should be paid through the app. Children are also welcome to bring in their own healthy packed lunch from home. Cans, glass and fizzy drinks are not permitted.
Free fruit and vegetables are available free as part of the Government's ‘School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme’ for children in reception, year 1 and year 2. Children in KS2 may bring in fruit or a healthy snack from home. Chocolate and sweets are not allowed.
