Transition to Year 7
Transition policy currently being updated.
Year 6 is a very important time for the children and one of our aims at Askwith Primary School is to prepare them for the next stage in their school career. The move from Year 6 to Year 7 can be daunting, but also very exciting and we work alongside the local secondary schools to make this transition as smooth and stress-free as possible.
The main secondary schools that we feed to are:
• Ilkley Grammar School
• Prince Henry’s Grammar School
The Year 6 teachers liaise closely with these schools to create a profile of assessment data and transition needs for each child. Each secondary school sends a representative member of staff to meet the children and discuss with them what their new school will be like.
During the summer term, all Year 6 children attend their prospective secondary schools for transition visits where they meet their form tutors and take part in lessons.
During Year 6, the children are also involved in different activities led by the schools, which help in the transition process e.g. drama, workshops and sports events.
How do I apply?
When your child begins Year 6, you will automatically be sent the application forms for secondary school, which need to be returned by the 31st October. It is very important that the forms are completed and returned as soon as possible.
Click here for further information on NYCC Secondary School Admissions
When will I find out?
Councils will send offers of school places for secondary schools on 1st March.
If either date falls on a weekend or a bank holiday, offers are sent the next working day.
You must accept the offer by the deadline given in the offer letter. Otherwise it may be withdrawn and the place given to someone else.
The local council must provide a place at another school, if your child is not offered a place at any of the schools you’ve applied for. This is usually your nearest school with places still available.
Visits
The schools normally hold an official Open Evening at the start of the autumn term. This is an opportunity for parents and children to have a good look around the school and see what is on offer.
Children with Special Educational Needs
If your child has special educational needs, we strongly urge parents to consider secondary school transition when your child is in Year 5. It is vital that parents visit the school earlier than normal and meet with the special needs coordinator in order to judge the school’s ability to cater for their very special child. Staff at Askwith Primary School, including the Head Teacher, will offer support to parents. Our Parent Support Advisor is also on hand to give impartial advice. In certain circumstances, she is able to accompany parents when they visit secondary schools for the very first time
