Year 6 Transition Support
Helping children approach secondary school with confidence
The move from primary school to secondary school is one of the biggest transitions in a child’s educational life.
For many children it is exciting. For others, it can bring worries about new routines, making friends, finding their way around a larger school or coping with increased independence.
A little nervousness is entirely normal. However, for some children, anxiety about transition can begin to affect sleep, confidence, mood or enjoyment of school.
Common Concerns
Children often worry about:
Getting lost
Making new friends
Being separated from existing friendship groups
Managing homework
Finding classrooms
Moving between lessons
Coping with larger numbers of pupils
Meeting new teachers
Feeling different from their peers
Parents may notice increased anxiety, reassurance-seeking, sleep difficulties or reluctance to discuss the move.
How I Can Help
My transition support helps children:
Understand how anxiety works in the brain
Build confidence and resilience
Develop practical coping strategies
Focus on strengths and successes
Create a positive picture of secondary school
Feel better prepared for change
Support can be provided through individual sessions, small groups, classroom workshops or parent presentations.
For Schools
Transition workshops can be delivered to Year 6 pupils during the summer term and can be tailored to the needs of individual schools.
Parent information sessions can also be provided to support families during this important stage.
For Parents
Children do not need to face transition worries alone.
Early support can help children develop confidence and practical strategies before anxiety becomes established.
Contact
To discuss Year 6 transition support for your child or school, please get in touch.