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:

• Your child will be able to visit our school and stay for a taster session, if this is appropriate.
• ​The other school should be in contact with our SENCO to discuss the support they provided.
• ​Your child's records will be sent to our school with the relevant information.

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. If needed, 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 a book to support them in understand moving on, then one will be made for them.
• ​We may need to spend some time working on transition with your child.

When moving classes in school:

• Information will be passed on to the new class teacher in advance and in a planning meeting will take place with the new teacher. Passports to Learning will be shared with the new teacher.
• Your child may need to visit the next class teacher to build up a relationship with them e.g. taking messages or showing work to them.

In Year 6:

• The SENCO/ class teacher will discuss the specific needs of your child with the SENCO of the child’s secondary 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 to support them in understand moving on, then one will be made for them.