Transitioning to Year 7

Starting secondary school is an exciting milestone for children and their families, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. 

Our goal is to make the transition from Year 6 to Year 7 smooth, enjoyable, and full of opportunities for success – both academically and personally.

We work closely with local primary schools and have designed our Year 7 curriculum to build on everything students have learned in Years 5 and 6. This ensures they continue learning seamlessly as they move into secondary school.

To help students and parents feel confident about the transition, we visit local primary schools to chat with families and invite prospective students to experience our school first-hand. During our drop-in mornings, students can experience regular classes, meet our students, and get a real feel for our friendly and welcoming environment.

We also host special taster sessions where Year 6 students can try out different subjects, take part in fun and interactive lessons, and start making new friends. These experiences help ease any worries and build excitement for the journey ahead.

Once families decide to join our Academy, we continue to offer plenty of support to ensure everyone feels ready for the first day of Year 7. This includes a full transition day in the summer term, where students can spend a whole day with us, getting to know their new school before September.

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Supporting parents every step of the way

Once your child has a place at Harris Garrard Academy for the next academic year we will give you lots of helpful information in the Parent Information section of our website to help make the transition as smooth as possible.