Transition at Manchester Road
A thorough transition is beneficial for all pupils. It helps pupils to build positive relationships with new adults, recognise the change in environment and supports positive attitudes for the up and coming change. At Manchester Road we have a thorough transition process that is imbedded in our Emotional Friendly Schools ethos to support all pupils, including those with SEND and those starting school for the first time.
All Pupils
At Manchester Road we hold multiple opportunities for pupils to attend sessions with their new teacher and within their new classroom.
Social stories, virtual tours are available on the school website.
All parents and carers will be given an opportunity to meet the new teacher ahead of moving classes.
EYFS
Pupils new to the Early Years Department with have a number of Stay and Play sessions, where parents/carers can accompany their child in school.
Early Years staff will arrange to visit the child in their home or current Early Years setting.
Parents/Carers are invited to attend the ‘Meet your new Teacher’ event.
An Early Years welcome guide is sent out to parents/carers including pictures of staff and the environment, alongside the virtual tours on the school website.
The New teacher will also hold multiple story times in the current classroom.
Please find our class One Page Profiles below for each year group