Year 6 to 7 Transition
The transition from primary school to secondary school is one of the biggest and most exciting milestones a child will experience in their life, and one they will always remember. For this reason, it is crucial that schools get this transition right.
We are welcoming students to Tomlinscote from over 30 different primary schools this year and continually endeavour to foster meaningful and mutually supportive relationships with these establishments. The mark of a successful transition is so dependent upon clear communication with these primary schools and the continued strong relationships we have built.
At Tomlinscote, we have a fixed Head of Year 7 (Mrs Teare) and a member of our Senior Leadership Team (Ms Livesey) who has strategic oversight of Year 7 and Key Stage Two transition. One of the key reasons for this fixed model is our transition work and the strength of the relationships that we have built with our local junior schools.
If you have any questions regarding the Year 6 transition to Tomlinscote for this coming year then please contact Ms Helene Livesey (Assistant Principal-Transition and Progression) at the school on 01276 709050 (ext. 3006)
Year 6 Transition Information Evening
This year, our parent/carer Transition Information Evening will be held on 24th June 2025. Parents/carers can attend one of two sessions at either 6.15pm or 7.30pm.
Year 6 upcoming Tomlinscote students:
The secondary school places have been confirmed and we are incredibly excited to welcome those that will be continuing their educational journey with us at Tomlinscote. We look forward to meeting students this year in their junior schools when we come for our transition visits in the summer term. Our parent/carer Transition Information Evening is on 24th June 2025 and the students' Induction Day is on 1st July 2025.
See the documents and links below for information about Tomlinscote and joining Year 7 this year. We will issue a student booklet which has lots of information about the school and how things work which is a good place for Year 6 students to start.
For Year 6 Parents and Carers:
Supporting your child through the Year 6 to 7 transition is a very important job! Life in a secondary school can be quite different to what you are used to in a primary school. Please use the following links to access relevant resources to help you support your child through this process.
https://www.mentallyhealthyschools.org.uk/media/2039/top-ten-tips-for-coping-with-change.pdf
https://youngminds.org.uk/resources/school-resources/find-your-feet-transition-tips-for-parents/
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/tags/zh4wy9q/starting-secondary-school/1
https://www.theschoolrun.com/moving-onto-secondary-school-with-sen
https://www.tes.com/news/transition-secondary-school-5-tips-help-parents
