Primary Transition

MAKING THE MOVE FROM PRIMARY TO SECONDARY

We aim to make the transfer to Tupton Hall School an exciting experience for both children and parents, working closely with partner primary schools to achieve this.

There is plenty of opportunity for you and your child to visit us to discover how the school is run and to learn about this new environment.

Our staff also visit primary schools to ensure that we are fully briefed on the needs and challenges facing individual pupils and to ensure continuity of learning and support.

Primary school pupils are invited to many of our school events throughout the school year. In addition, there is a wide transition programme on offer for all Year 6 students prior to their arrival in September.

NEED TO SPEAK TO SOMEONE? WE'RE HERE TO HELP

Call the school office on 01246 863127 to speak to one of the following members of staff. Or email them direct using the links below.

EMAIL MRS SINCLAIR

EMAIL MRS HOLLAND

Transition - Information for parents

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Due to the the current uncertainty around schools re-opening, we are not able to run our full transition programme this year.

We intend to use Friday 4 September 2020 as a Transition Day for all new Year 7 students. This is an INSET Day, so they will be the only year group in school. This day will allow us to welcome students, they can meet form tutors and orientate themselves in the school environment.

LETTER: Year 6 Transition Day: Friday 4 September 2020 (PDF)

Please be assured that we will continue to work closely with parents, pupils and primary schools to ensure you get the best possible start at Tupton Hall School.

Transition normally includes six days of activities spread throughout June and July
A chance for children to settle into school life and familiarise themselves with new surroundings
Prepare for transition by reading the Registration Pack and returning the important forms
Please also read the Moving Up booklet
Transition Days are practice for school. Make sure your child brings a pen, pencil, ruler, rubber, PE kit, outdoor activity kit, birth certificate and any medication

VIDEO TOUR: Tupton Hall School

The videos in this playlist will give you a feel for what our school is like:

'Moving Up' Booklet - please complete before September

DOWNLOAD: Moving Up Booklet (PDF)

We ask all Year 6 pupils to complete the Moving Up booklet before they start at Tupton Hall School.

It's full of fun activities to get you thinking about your journey to secondary school. It’s a journey not just for you but for your family, and it’ll mean changes for them too.

Try to work on the booklet together as a family. Be totally honest about the things you're excited about (and anything you're worried about). This way, when we collect in your booklet, we'll know what support you need to make your transition to secondary school as smooth as possible.

Literacy Focus

The best thing parents can do to help prepare children for the transition to secondary school is to keep them reading over the summer - read with them, read to them, read to themselves.

Here are some resources to help and inspire you...

Summer Reading Challenge

Get stuck-into our reading challenge this summer. How many fun tasks can you complete? The more you read, the more points you'll earn - getting you closer to winning a prize!

Bring your completed challenge booklet to your first English lesson in the Library in September.

Summer Reading Challenge (PDF)

Recommended Reading Lists

Here we've recommended lots of books to suit different reading ages - there should be something for everyone to enjoy. Parents might like to choose books from this list when borrowing / buying books for their children.

VIDEOS: Tupton Hall Teachers Read For You!

Click on each teacher and let them captivate your imagination with extracts and short stories...