Terrific Transitions - Getting Ready For Secondary School (All Saints School ONLY)
Course Summary
Course Code: GFL2A72Y24
Start Date: Tuesday 17 June 2025
Start Time and Lesson Duration: 09:00 for 2.5 hours
Duration: 1 lessons over 1 week(s)
Location: All Saints C of E Primary School
Fee: Free Help
Description
Preparing for the transition to secondary school can be both exciting and challenging for families and children in Yr 6. This 2-hour course is designed to help families navigate this important milestone with confidence and ease. Through interactive discussions and practical activities, parents will explore strategies for managing change, building resilience, and fostering a positive mindset. Topics will include understanding the new school environment, developing organisational skills, and maintaining open communication. By the end of this course, families will be equipped with the tools and knowledge to ensure a smooth and successful transition to secondary school.
This course is for parents & carers of children attending All Saints C Of E Primary School, Maldon ONLY.
If you do not have a child attending this school, please search our webpage for courses available at public venues or online. You are welcome to join these. Can't find a course to suit you? Email us at: aclfamilylearning@essex.gov.uk
What is this course about?
We know that change is a normal part of life and can provide opportunities for children and young people to develop their resilience. If a child struggles with a transition it can have a negative impact on their wellbeing and academic achievement. During any transition period, it’s important that children and young people are able to talk about their concerns and are supported to cope with any readjustments.
It’s important to prepare parents as well as pupils who are more likely to struggle with moving to a new school or phase of education. This is even more important for children and young people with: additional learning needs, mental health problems, behavioural problems, have changed schools often and those showing signs of anxiety.
Parents and carers are often key to making sure that a child or young person has a good transition.
Who is the course for?
Any one who is a parent, grandparent or carer of a child living in Essex.
What can I expect to learn?
Within these sessions, we will discuss:
- how to check in with your child or young person to find out how well they are coping academically as well as maintaining wellbeing
- how to encourage you to keep an eye on how they are socialising, if they are making friends and hanging around in positive peer groups
- how to link with staff within the school setting in a positive and constructive manner.
How will I learn?
This session is being facilitated by an experienced tutor.
How will I know how well I am doing?
You will be given tutor feedback at the end of each task. The tutor will work with you to support you with any individual issues that you may be experiencing.
Will I have to do any work at home?
There will be suggestions and tips that you take away from the workshop and implement at home.
What will I need to provide?
Pen and paper.
Are there any other costs?
There are no extra costs associated with this course.
What can I do next?
When you finish this course we will provide you with details about what programmes you can move on to next.
Further information
For all enquiries regarding this course please contact aclfamilylearning@essex.gov.uk.
Location
All Saints C of E Primary School
Highlands Drive
Maldon
Essex
CM9 6HY