Whitley Academy is a great choice for your child’s secondary school education. We understand transition between Primary and Secondary school is an exciting time but can also be a worrying time for both students and parents. We are committed to undertaking activities whilst students are in Primary school to make that process is as supported as possible. An awareness of the need for a settling in period and transition continue into Year 7, ensuring students and parents get the best possible start to secondary education.
Whitley Academy is a great choice for your child’s secondary school education. We understand transition between Primary and Secondary school is an exciting time but can also be a worrying time for both students and parents. We are committed to undertaking activities whilst students are in Primary school to make that process is as supported as possible. An awareness of the need for a settling in period and transition continue into Year 7, ensuring students and parents get the best possible start to secondary education.
If your child is planning to start Whitley Academy soon, please listen to our collection of podcasts produced by Year 7 pupils on settling in to life at Whitley Academy.
Here at Whitley Academy we have a unique Opening Minds curriculum that forms the basis of transition for some of our Year 7. Opening Mind students are taught core subjects by a much reduced number of teachers, to allow students to settle in as quickly as possible. All students will take part in a supportive transition programme delivered by their tutors, ensuring a supportive transition focusing on student well-being. As part of the transition programmed we aim to give pupils the opportunity to;
Develop new friends and enjoy school life.
Settle quickly in the school building and feel safe secure about routines and expectations.
Foster their interest in school and school work at secondary level.
On this page you will find all the information about the transition activities that take place both whilst students are in Primary and once they have joined us. As well as any induction activities that take place.
Welcome September 2020 Year 7 Whitley Students!
We wanted to take the time to welcome you to our Whitley Academy community. We know these are rather strange times and want you to know here at Whitley Academy, we are thinking about you all and planning for your arrival.
Please have a look at the videos below to help you to get to know staff and the school.
More videos will be added, as well as any further information. An information leaflet is currently heading to you all.
Our parent information packs and student packs are almost ready to send and will be on there way to you very shortly.
If you have any questions, please email transition@whitleyacademy.com
Please have a look below to see the types of events and activities that we hold and organise. They are designed to support your child to settle in and feel welcomed at Whitley Academy and be part of our community. As such, these events take place throughout the year. Once September arrives we will begin to include dates as the events are confirmed. So keep looking!
Transition events & activities;
Exhibition of Talent. Come and see the amazing talents and work of our Year 7s.
Biscuit and Natter. During half term 1, some of our friendly and helpful Year 8 students will invite some Year 7 students to join them during an Active Tutorial to have a biscuit, squash and chat about how they are settling in.
Cooking Half Termly. Mrs Hilditch will be inviting Year 6 students to make delicious treats.
Stretton Primary School Visit. Students in Year 6 are heading to our science department, in order to dissect eye balls, as part of their investigation in to the ‘Evolution of the eye’.
30th October – Halloween. Some lucky Year 6s will be invited to our ghastly and ghostly Halloween Event.
Christmas Crafts. Come and visit our Christmas Crafts event, with lots of Christmas activities to enjoy, as well as a visit from Santa!
Valentines Event – More details to follow.
Induction Day. Not scheduled for July 2020 due to circumstances.
Induction Evening 2020– Please look out for an upcoming video on our website whereby Miss Bloom will be welcoming you and your families to our school.
What’s Wicked at Whitley – From local Primary schools, Year 6 students are invited in to take part in one of the three mornings, to experience a variety of subjects that they perhaps won’t have had the opportunity to take part in at Primary.
What’s Wicked at Whitley – From local Primary schools, Year 5 students are invited in to take part in one of the two day events.
You may find the following websites useful during the transition period:
Our Primary Liaison Co-ordinator Mrs Billyeald and Assistant Vice Principal Mrs Savage continue to be in close contact with Primary schools in order to ensure a smooth transition, this is especially important given the current circumstances. As soon as it is possible we will be back to visiting Primary schools regularly and attending events at each of them so our faces become familiar to you. Please feel free to discuss any enquiries with us and ask any questions.
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