Transition to Secondary School: pupils' guide

Will I get lost? Will I make any friends? What if I get a detention?
These are big questions, especially when you are 11 years old and about to leave the place you’ve been going to every day, since you were 5 years old.
‘Starting Senior School’ is a complete companion guide that will ease children’s transition from Primary to Senior school, providing practical information, emotional support and strategies for coping with everything, from organisation to homework to friendship groups. There are organisational planners to fill in as well as plentiful areas to journal, express hopes, worries, and record achievements. Each chapter contains thought experiments and can be effectively used as the basis for classroom discussions. Written in an approachable and non-patronising style, this book will serve as an indispensable resource for tutors and PSHE teachers, preparing their year 6 pupils to take the next step and supporting them as they progress through year 7.
Wellbeing is prioritised, and the book features a ‘Chill Skills’ chapter offering suggestions and proven techniques for managing stress and promoting emotional wellbeing. There are also effective tips and support for handling anxiety producing situations, such as detentions, end of year exams or bullying.
This book is also an ideal resource to recommend to parents of children who are finding the transition to Senior School challenging.