Transition
A warm welcome to students and their families
The transition from primary to secondary school at the end of Year 6 is a major milestone in a young person’s life. At 51²è¹Ý, we are committed to making this experience as smooth and positive as possible. Our transition process is carefully coordinated by the Deputy Headteacher, who works closely with Tutors, Heads of House, the SENDCO, and the Pastoral Support Team to ensure every student feels supported, welcomed, and ready for the next stage of their education.
Transition Checklist: Everything you need to do now:
Ìý✓ Add 1 July (parents/carers welcome evening) and 3 July (students’ transition day) to your diaries
✓ Source your school uniform by September, Details about uniform can be found here
ÌýSchool Uniform Information for year 7
✓ Once you have been sent your individual link, complete the online data entry using MCAS.Ìý These guides will help show you how to complete the forms:
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- – see the New Parent Accounts section for help with accessing MCAS;
- – shows how to complete the data form.
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✓ Complete an application for Free School Meals here (if you don’t already receive them):
Ìý Free School Meals Letter 2025
✓ Donate to the school fund here:
Ìý School Fund Letter May 2025
✓ Order stationery, tie and badge by Friday 25 June here:
Ìý Year 7 Academic Equipment 2025
✓ Read this information about biometrics and GDPR.
Ìý GDPR 2025
✓ Read through the home school agreement with your child; he will get a physical copy of this on the transition day.
✓ Sign up for extra music tuition here
✓ Network with other families via the Parents’ Association. You can find out more about the PAÌýhere.
✓ Transport information is available here
✓ÌýYou can find out other key information you may need here, but if you have any questions, please get in touch, or ask us at the Welcome Evening on 1 July.