Transition

Making the transition from primary to secondary school can be daunting, but we know that the quicker students adjust to their new surroundings, the sooner they will be able to achieve their potential.

To welcome our new Year 7s, and to ensure that their transition from primary to secondary is a successful one, we have our unique transition programme that starts the moment your child is offered a place at Bow School, to ensure all pupils feel supported in their transition process and that it goes as smoothly as possible.

Historically, our highly regarded Friendship Afternoon takes place shortly after secondary allocation, allowing pupils and families the opportunity to visit Bow School as soon as they have been offered a place. However, Tower Hamlets is a close-knit community, and we understand that many families will be observing Ramadan at this time and would be unable to attend our annual Friendship Afternoon, if it took place at its usual times. As such, we have curated a number of onsite and offsite opportunities for parents to find out more information, and look forward to welcoming pupils onsite in early May,

TRANSITION BOOKLET

Here are some of the key features of our transition programme...

March

Our transition programme kicks off with a series of events for parents. Our Welcome Morning takes place on 13^th March, incorporating tours and the chance to speak with SLT, other parents, our students and the opportunity to learn more about our school. The event will take place between 9am-12.30pm. Book your place: https://forms.gle/PLrPK1Nki8BioLzm7

Welcome Morning Event

9.00am - 9.45am – School Tour 1

9.45am - 10.30am – Parent Welcome Event 1

11.00am - 11.45am – Parent Welcome Event 2

11.45am - 12.30pm – School Tour 2

We will also be hosting additional tours of the school between 10th – 13th March throughout the school day, for those who wish to visit our incredible school and see it in action. Book your place: https://forms.gle/sRs41vucrSTphMp26
A Virtual Transition Q&A session on the 20th of March, 10.30-11.30am allows the opportunity to meet with our transition leads, ask any questions and find out more about life at Bow School. Book your place: https://forms.gle/wzXJWTVoLZak288r9

All of these events are open to those offered a place at Bow, and those looking to find out more about Bow School, if still looking for the right secondary school.

April

Parents are invited to a Coffee Morning on 30^th April, 9.30-10.30am. This provides the perfect opportunity to discuss primary and secondary transition, ask any questions, and find out more about why we prioritise an effective transition. Book your place: https://forms.gle/ewtSBhYopr7cuvxM9

may

Our annual and highly regarded Friendship Afternoon marks the first of our onsite events and will take place on 1^st May (4.30-5.30pm), where your child will have the opportunity to meet with key members of staff and their future classmates whilst taking part in fun activities.

june

Teachers will visit primary schools to discuss specific
transition needs with primary staff and answer any questions pupils may have.

july

Welcome back for an Induction Day, 4^th July (9.45am-2.15pm) and parents are invited to our Transition Surgery (10.00-11.00am) to discusses expectations and how to prepare for September.
Pupils will learn more about what it means to engage in the Bow Diploma.

august

Places are allocated on a first-come-first-serve for our highly anticipated Summer School, 4th – 15th August. Filled with exciting workshops and activities, this two-week event is the perfect pit-stop before September.

september

Long awaited first day, 3rd September! Students begin one day earlier than the rest of the school allowing them to truly settle in and families are invited in at the end of the day for a show and tell.

AUTUMN TERM

As the end of the first term approaches, parents and students Year 6 teachers are invited to Bow for a Graduation Event, to meet with teachers, view students work and share in their achievements.

For more information please contact transition@bow-school.org.uk or contact reception.