Year 6 transition

Transition to secondary school is a time of great change. We have set up this page to update you on transition arrangements for this year as well as offering useful resources and exciting activities to help make the process run smoothly. 

Parent Information Booklet

In this booklet we have brought together information on all of the key aspects of transition. We hope this will provide you with lots of valuable support over coming months.

Year 7 Information Pack 2025 -26

Transition arrangements

SEND Information Sharing

During the summer term, the Inclusion team meet with SENDCOs from each primary school. During each meeting, SENDCOs will share information with our team and highlight effective teaching and learning strategies that are specific to each child with an identified need. SENDCOs may also share the information of health care professionals involved with your family so as to ensure a successful and effective transition to Harrogate High School in September. If you feel that your child may need further support during transition, or throughout their time with us at Harrogate High School, please make your child's SENDCO aware who will then share this information with us.

Primary visits from key members of staff

Before the transition days, each member of SLT will visit each primary school. The purpose of this visit is to introduce a friendly face and allow time for specific questions that students may have. We will also deliver copies of the book Wonder by R. J. Palacio along with a summer activity sheet, which will be an area of focus on the return to school in September. Transition visits take place close to the time of the transition days to ensure that students have sufficient time to ask specific questions and feel comfortable in understanding the daily routine at Harrogate High School before they join us on the transition days.

Essential Equipment

Students must bring their own bag (that should fit an A4 folder) and pencil case which should include a minimum of; a pen, pencil, ruler and rubber. Students should also bring a basic geometry/maths set including protractor, ruler, compass and set square. A scientific calculator is also required (e.g. Casio FX-85GTX GCSE).