Many pupils relish embracing new challenges, are ready for the move to their new school, and are looking forward to opportunities to use specialised equipment and develop new knowledge, skills and relationships. Some will also enjoy the opportunity for a fresh start, including having a range of teachers and different personalities to engage with as they build on the knowledge and skills already developed in primary school.
However, these changes may have a social and emotional impact on some pupils, causing anxiety about social and academic changes and uncertainty about starting a new school, fitting in, and making new friends.
At this stage, you will have many questions that you would like to discuss and may even have some concerns.
We have created this webpage, to host key information and resources that will support you as we lead up to our main transition days.
At Noel-Baker Academy we offer our new Year 7 pupils three full days of transition. In 2025 these will take place on 1st, 2nd and 3rd July. During these days students will spend lots of time with their new tutor group and tutor, participate in taster lessons in several subjects while learning about life at Noel-Baker Academy.
Further information for parents and carers regarding transition days will be uploaded once school places have been allocated.
It’s very common for pupils to have questions about the transition from primary to secondary school. We asked our pupils about their experiences and tips for becoming part of the Noel-Baker Academy community. Watch the video to hear what they have to say!
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To find out more information about the support that will be available for your child if they have special educational needs or if you would like to see additional information and resources to support with your child’s transition to Noel-Baker, please visit our SEND transition page.
If you have any further questions regarding transition please contact the Deputy Headteacher Pastoral.
As your child is transitioning you will need to be aware of certain academy policies, particularly the Safeguarding Policy.
A complete list of policies can be found on our Academy Policies Page
If you have any further questions not answered in the videos above, please contact [email protected]
