As you are aware, Induction Day will take place on Wednesday 1st July. It is an exciting milestone, and we remain committed to making the transition to secondary school as smooth and enjoyable as possible.

Our induction day has been carefully planned to help pupils feel welcomed and confident in their new surroundings. Throughout the day, they will have the opportunity to meet their new Form Tutor and key members of staff, take part in engaging taster lessons, and explore the school. The aim is to ensure that every child finishes the day feeling more familiar with our school environment and excited about starting in September.

We understand that transition can bring a mixture of emotions, and our extended pastoral leadership team will be on hand to offer support and reassurance throughout the day. Our Year 7 Ambassadors and Year 10 Acting Prefects will also be available to share their own experiences and help new pupils settle in.

The arrangements for the day are as follows:

• Arrival: pupils should arrive at 9.15am and enter through the main entrance on Carr Bridge Road, and via the reception area where they will be met and greeted by staff and pupils on duty.
• Uniform: we require pupils to wear their primary school uniform, so they feel comfortable.
• Lunch: a free school meal will be provided, or pupils may bring a packed lunch if preferred.
• Collection: the day will conclude at 3.00pm, and pupils can be collected from the main entrance, or make their way home as arranged with you. We do ask that you do not park on Carr Bridge Road, as this causes congestion and disruption to bus services and pupils requiring transport.

I do hope you will join us because it is our policy to see all parents/carers before their child joins the school, even those who may already have children in the school. This is part of our school commitment to developing a trusting home school partnership which ensures that your child is able to fulfil their potential, both socially and academically.
A reminder that our transition page on the front of the school website remains a central place for the most up-to-date information. By sharing key updates here, we aim to keep communication clear and manageable for families, ensuring that important information is easy to find and released at the appropriate time.
We look forward to meeting you and working together to support your child’s journey with us.

If you have any questions or concerns about the Induction Day or Induction Evening, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to support you and your child every step of the way, and we look forward to welcoming them to Woodchurch High School.