Transition at Holy Family Primary School

At Holy Family Primary School, we recognise the importance of smooth and supportive transitions at every stage of a child’s learning journey. This includes moving from nursery to Primary 1, progressing through each stage of primary, and transferring from Primary 7 to secondary school. We aim to make these transitions positive and successful for all learners.

 

Nursery to Primary 1 Transition

We have strong relationships with our nursery providers and work in partnership throughout the school year. As we approach the end of the school term, we intend to share each nursery our school newsletters to keep prospective parents informed about school life and events.

Once enrolment is complete, all pre-entrants are invited by letter to attend planned transition visits. During these visits, they meet their buddy and participate in activities with their new teacher in the classroom environment.

One visit includes a presentation by the Head Teacher for parents/carers about the school and their partnership role.

Additional transition activities many include:

• Sports Day Participation – Holy Family Nursery children come along and support the event.
• Lunch Visit – Families are invited to lunch in June to experience the dinner hall routine in a relaxed setting.

 

Primary to Secondary Transition

Pupils normally transfer between ages 11 and 12 to ensure at least four years of secondary education. Most pupils move on to:

Cardinal Newman High School
Main Street, Bellshill, ML4 3DW
Tel: 01698 274944

Holy Family Primary maintains strong links with Cardinal Newman High School to ensure curricular continuity and smooth transition. These procedures are reviewed annually.

Key transition activities include:

• Cluster Events – P7 pupils visit CNHS, meet staff and peers, and take part in engaging activities.
• Sports Leadership Input – CNHS senior sport leaders support our Health & Wellbeing curriculum, culminating in a Commonwealth Games cluster event.
• Two-Day Timetable Experience – In May, P7 pupils follow an S1 timetable at CNHS.
• Parent & Pupil Meetings – A series of meetings and open evenings are held throughout the year.

If you have any questions or are looking for more information, please speak to our staff team.