Maynards Green Community Primary School

At Maynards Green, we understand that transitions are a key part of every child's educational journey.

Whether moving into a new year group, joining our school for the first time, or preparing for the leap to secondary education, we are committed to making these periods as seamless and positive as possible.

Our Universal Offer ensures that every child benefits from a carefully planned and supportive transition process. This includes dedicated settling-in activities, opportunities to meet new teachers and classmates, and clear communication with families about what to expect. We foster a nurturing environment where children feel safe, secure, and ready to embrace new challenges.

For children who may benefit from additional support during times of change, we provide an Enhanced Offer. This tailored approach might include extra visits to new classrooms, individualised social stories, increased communication with parents/carers, or specific small group work to address anxieties and build confidence. Our aim is always to provide the right level of support to ensure every child thrives during their transition.

What does transition look like at Maynards Green?

• Transition session in June

• Consistent approach to behaviour management

• Consistent approach to routines

• Consistent approach to displays and visuals

• Familiarity over the year with a range of teachers through Enrichment programme

• Familiarity over the year with a range of adults through Phonics sessions and Reading groups in KS1

• Transition handover meetings between teachers in July

• Meet the teacher drop in meetings for parents in July

• A communication from Teacher to pupil- either by email or tapestry over the Summer Holiday