Year 6 Transition
Welcome
We would like to take this opportunity to say how delighted we are that your child will be joining The St Leonards Academy in September 2025, and that we understand the transition from primary to secondary school presents a significant milestone for both students and parents.
Our carefully designed, transition programme ensures that every child and parent is included, supported and excited about joining our school and experiencing all that the Academy has to offer. We do of course recognise that along with the sense of excitement, there will understandably be a few nerves for pupils, parent and carers alike and we endeavour to ensure that our comprehensive transition process will help to overcome these.
We have nurtured close relationships with our local feeder primary schools and have a dedicated transition team made up of:
Kirsty Webb - Assistant Principal responsible for overseeing the transition process
- Pauline Edwards - Year 6à7 Safeguarding Lead and the
- Clare Howard-Le Virge - Academy SENCO
- Gail Sidders - Transition Administration
This comprehensive approach has allowed us to provide the necessary support before students even reach the door.
Our transition programme includes the following:
- Early Engagement – Year 6 students are invited to various events including shows, and sports events.
- Primary School Visits – Our dedicated transition team will visit feeder primary schools from Term 4 onwards, meeting with Year 6 teachers, the Designated Safeguarding Lead and the SENCO.
- Parent Information Evenings – We host a transition evening where parents can meet our staff, including form tutors, and receive key information about their upcoming taster days.
- Taster Days – Students will have the opportunity to experience 2 days at the Academy (1st and 2nd July 2025), with additional support sessions for invited students.
- Individual Support Meetings – We offer 1:1 meetings for families who require additional guidance throughout the transition period.
- Summer School – We are fortunate enough to be able to provide a free of charge summer school for ALL students joining us in Year 7. This will be a 3-day experience involving fun, supportive and engaging activities in the Academy building.
- Additional Transition Resources – In the dedicated transition area of the website you will find some support materials including: an academy map, frequently asked questions, our induction booklet and a Smart Moves transition booklet to support a smooth and seamless transition to secondary school.
For this year’s intake we are planning to offer masterclasses and workshops in a range of creative subjects during term 6 – more news to follow.
Key Dates
28 March 2025 - 9.15-10.45
SEN Open Morning
Please book to attend
3 April 2025 - 9.15-10.45
SEN Open Morning
Please book to attend
25 June 2025 - 16.00
Parent Information Evening
1 July 2025
Taster Day
2 July 2025
Taster Day
23 - 25 July
Summer School
23 September 2025
New Year 7 Parents Evening
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much homework will my child get?
- How can I monitor my child’s progress?
- What is your bullying policy?
- What is the protocol if my child is struggling at school?
- What extra-curricular clubs are there?
- Who can I contact regarding SEN support?
- Are mobile phones allowed?
- Are the children set for their classes?
- How can I access parent pay?
- My child has a medical condition what is the protocol for medication?
- What trips does the school offer?
- What are pride pounds?
- We don’t have a computer is there a homework club?
- Is it possible to access out of lesson / toilet pass etc?
- If my child is ill at school, can I collect them?
- Can we take time off for holidays?
- What is the protocol if my child has a medical appointment in school time?
- Summer Camp – 23/24/25th July 2025.
- What house will my child be in?
- What if I am not with my friends?
- Who do I contact if I need help or support with something related to my child?