Saturday, 7 November we will be hosting our tenth Junior Day of Discovery!
Visiting parents and families from Pre-School to Year 6 are welcome to join in the sights, sounds and activities across the school grounds on the day. Local reputation has spread over the years making it an unmissable event for young families.
Cranford School is celebrating 10 years of hosting these free-to-attend, fun-filled community events that inspire young minds with hands-on activities and memorable experiences. Fundraising for this event will be on behalf of the charity Race Against Dementia. We kindly ask visitors to make a generous donation towards this great cause.
This is predominantly an outdoor event and we ask that visitors dress accordingly.
The event takes place on Saturday, 7 November 2026 from 9am – 12pm
Gates will open at 9am.
Yes, this is a free to attend event, although we do kindly ask that visitors make a voluntary donation to our chosen charity Race Against Dementia. Suggested donation per family £5.
Tickets are available to order via Eventbrite or on our website. Tickets are allocated as one ticket per person, including children so please order enough tickets for each member of your party to have one.
This public event is open to families with children in Pre-School through Year 6. Visitors are welcome to attend the event whether they have children attending Cranford or not.
Cranford School is located in Moulsford, Oxfordshire. We will be offering event car parking at Crabbe Barn, Moulsford, Reading Road A329 in OX10 9EX (500 metres north of the main school site) Please follow traffic signs and attendees. A free shuttle minibus service will be operating throughout the morning from this parking area. Alternatively, the event area is a short walk from the carpark.
Yes, we openly welcome any families with pushchairs or wheelchairs to attend. If any disabled visitor needs advance information or assistance, please contact us at [email protected]k, and we’ll do our best to help or advise.
Dogs are welcome as long as they are kept on a lead and remain under control. Owners are also responsible for cleaning up after their dogs. Please be aware that during the event, there may be loud noises from vehicles.
Yes, there is designated disabled parking. There are a limited number of spaces. Please contact us in advance at [email protected] if you require disabled parking and we will contact you with more details. Please display your blue badge at the gate.
Toilets will be available to visitors on site, with portaloos also available at the front of the school. Disabled facilities are also available.
Yes, free coffee, tea and snacks will be available for families on site as well as a selection of vendors with hot food and drink available for purchase.
All funds collected will go to the charity Race Against Dementia, to support breakthrough and innovative dementia research. We welcome your generosity.
Before attending Junior Day of Discovery please review our visitor information notice
Open to boys and girls in Years 5 and 6 from local primary schools, these completely free sessions are designed to stretch, challenge and inspire.
During a morning of fun, imagination and energy, children will gain a taste of the exciting subjects on offer at Cranford’s Senior School, courtesy of our specialist teachers.
Places come at a first come, first serve basis and spaces are limited. Please book in advance to avoid disappointment, if spaces are full, there is a waiting list.
Stretch & Challenge sessions run from 9am-12 noon on Saturday mornings beginning in the Autumn Term.
Places are limited so if you would like to register your child for any of the dates below, please complete the booking form.
Please join us this September as new Stretch & Challenge sessions are made available. Thank you!
Book your place for 2026-27 sessions
Join us every Monday morning at 9:30am – 10:30am during term time
We have an exciting calendar of Stay & Play toddler sessions this term hosted by our experienced Early Years staff. These hour-long sessions allow for structured and free play to give your child a chance to explore and engage with different learning stations and develop social skills with similar-aged children.
Along with our trained Cranford Early Years staff, children will also enjoy themed activities hosted by our specialist teachers from Music, Sport, French, Science and Art.
"A nurturing environment for parents and toddlers to enjoy!"
To join our Stay & Play toddler sessions, please book your place in advance. These free sessions are open to new parents and families, as well as siblings of families already in our Cranford community. Use the link below to book your place or contact our Director of Admissions, Mrs French, directly on 01491 651218 or email: [email protected]
