Transition from Year 2

After their time at Central Street, the vast majority of our children take up a Year 3 place at Riverside Junior School. Riverside is part of the Hebden Bridge Schools Federation, and shares our child-centred ethos and pedagogical approach as well as having the same governing body and Executive Headteacher - when Central Street Learners come to Riverside, they feel right at home!

We work closely with Riverside to ensure that the children's transition into Year 3 is a positive experience. 

Our transition arrangements begin in the Autumn term with an opportunity for the Year 2 children to visit Riverside for a festive singalong in December.

From the Spring term onward, a number of transition activities area planned aimed at familiarising the children with the school, staff and children so that they feel confident and settle easily when they start Year 3 in September.

Communication is key…

We talk to the children a lot, preparing them to leave their infant school and join a new school. We know that ‘goodbyes’ are as important as new starts, so we make sure we do this properly. This is done through weekly circle times; talking about what we are looking forward too, any concerns the children may have and looking back at their memories from their time at infant school. There are regular visits to Riverside; especially during the Summer Term and we ask families to let us know if they have any questions.

The Year 2 and Year 3 teachers will meet at the end of the summer term for a handover discussion about the children’s learning, needs and interests.

Transition Activities

  • Autumn 2 – Festive singalong

  • Spring 1 – Senior leaders visit our school for an assembly about Riverside

  • Spring 1 & 2 – Y2s visit Riverside for playtime

  • Summer 1 – Y2 Assembly at Riverside followed by a tour of the school

  • Summer 2– Y3 teachers visit the Y2 classes and lead an activity

  • Summer 2 – Y2s spend a morning at Riverside in their Y3 class

  • Summer 2 – Open night for Y2 families at Riverside

Children with additional needs

Early in the summer term, the SENCOs from each school will meet and plan additional transitional arrangements for children with special educational needs, to make sure they are properly supported at this crucial stage. Staff will also identify any other children that require additional support with transition. This will be discussed with families.