Year 6–7 Transition

Moving from primary to secondary school is a big step and can be both exciting and emotional for young people. Essex Youth Service offers a dedicated Transition Programme to support students through this important change, focusing on developing the social and emotional skills they need for a smooth transition.

Programme Highlights

The programme covers topics such as:

• Coping with change
• Building resilience
• Friendships
• Making good choices

Through this programme, young people will:

• Celebrate their achievements
• Explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours
• Say goodbye to primary school and start secondary school with a positive mindset

The programme is flexible and can be delivered in group settings or as one-to-one support based on the young person's needs.

Year 6 Transition Activity Booklet

We’re excited to introduce our free, fun, and interactive Year 6 Transition Activity Booklet! Designed to support young people moving from Year 6 to Year 7, the booklet includes engaging activities that focus on topics such as:

• Coping with change
• Getting organised
• Making good choices

By completing the activities, students can earn points to claim their award certificate, making the transition journey both rewarding and enjoyable.

How to Get Started

If you’d like your child to participate, email us at youth.work@essex.gov.uk. Please include the following details in your email:

• Full name
• School
• Date of birth

Our team will send you a starter pack to begin their transition journey.