We recognise that transitions can be difficult for a child with SEN, and we take steps to ensure that any transition is a smooth as possible.

If your child is joining us from another school:

  • The SENCo will visit pre-schools with the Foundation Stage Leader when appropriate.
  • If your child would be helped by a book/passport to support them in understand moving on, then one will be made for them.
  • Your child will be able to visit our school and stay for a taster session, if this is appropriate.
  • There is a comprehensive transition package available to both the child and parent on entry to the school.

If your child is moving to another school:

  • We will contact the school SENCo and ensure he/she knows about any special arrangements or support that need to be made for your child. Where possible, a planning meeting will take place with the SENCo from the new school.
  • We will make sure that all records about your child are passed on as soon as possible.
  • If your child would be helped by visits prior to starting their new school we can support them in this by providing adult support for both you and your child.

When moving classes in school:

  • Information will be passed on to the new class teacher in advance and in most cases a planning meeting will take place with the new teacher. PDRs (Plan, Do, Review documentation) will be shared with the new teacher and where necessary the new teacher will attend the PDR meeting prior to the move.
  • If your child would be helped by a book to support them in understand moving on, then one will be made for them.

In Year 6:

  • SENCo/KS2 lead will discuss the specific needs of your child with the SENCo of the child’s secondary school. In most cases, a transition review meeting will take place with the SENCo from the new school.
  • Your child will participate in focused learning relating to aspects of transition, to support their understanding of the changes ahead.
  • Where possible, your child will visit their new school on several occasions, and in some cases staff from the new school will visit your child in this school.
  • If your child would be helped by a book/passport to support them in understand moving on, then one will be made for them.
  • Our full time Parent support advisor will be available to guide and support parents in the decision making process when choosing a secondary school and will if necessary support in the transition process.