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Year 6-7 Transition

Welcome to Year 7

We know how important a positive transition to secondary school is, and at Patcham, we do everything we can to make that move a smooth, exciting, and supported experience.

Our Year 6–7 transition programme includes dedicated visits, activities, and communications designed to build confidence, create connections and help students feel part of the school before they even arrive.

Our experienced transition team works closely with local primary schools to ensure we understand each child’s needs, strengths and worries, so they feel welcomed and ready to succeed from day one.

Key Dates

Event	Date	For	Details
Welcome to Patcham	Tuesday 20th May 6pm – 7pm	Parents and Carers	An introduction to Patcham High School from the Headteacher, Transition Lead and Head of Year with key information about transition and the opportunity to ask quesitons
Singles Day	Wednesday 2nd July Afternoon By invitation only	Selected Students	A small group event for students who are the only ones coming from their primary school – designed to help them meet others before Transition Day.
Transition Day	Friday 4th July 8:40am – 2:30pm	All Students	A chance for students to experience a full day at Patcham High. They’ll explore the school, meet staff, and engage in lessons, helping them feel confident ahead of their September start.
Key Information and Meet the Tutor	Tuesday 8th July 5:30pm – 6:30pm	Parents and Carers	Following Transition Day, this event will provide some key practical information about attending Patcham High and offers the chance to meet your child’s tutor and ask any further questions you may have before the school year begins.
First Day of School - Year 7 only	Friday 5th September 2025, 8:30am - 3pm	All Students	The first day of Secondary school for Year 7 only. A chance to spend time in your tutor group, experience a few lessons, an assembly and explore school without other year groups around.