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.
SEND
In addition to whole school transition days, SEND pupils have additional time spending small group sessions with their new teacher.
Pupils attend transition days (where moving to a different setting) accompanied by a familiar member of staff.
Children have opportunities to engage with social stories in class.
All pupils are taught about transition through PSHE and using the Zones of Regulation.
An in school handover, lead by phase leaders will take place for all pupils with SEND and parents consultations for children with EHCP’s and Cycle 3 support will be offered to parents/carers.