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Admission from Year 6 to Year 7
Year 6 Primary transition to The Telford Park School
At The Telford Park School, we recognise that the move to secondary school is a major and memorable event in a young person’s life. We will all be aware that the current situation in schools is very unusual. However despite this we will make sure the move from year 6 to year 7 is an easy process with plenty of helpful information to guide you through, what will be an exciting journey for the students.
Throughout the final half term of this year, Mrs Kerr, our Head of Primary Transition will work with all our feeder schools that have students transferring to us. During this time, Mrs Kerr will liaise with Year 6 teachers to find out all about our new students and, if government guidance changes, we will meet students from the primary schools. All students will receive a booklet which will give them an insight to a day in the life at The Telford Park School. Students will also be given the opportunity to have a virtual tour of the school via a video link and to ask any questions they may have. We will be updating our website regularly with useful information about the transition process, please try and check the website regularly as important information such as advice regarding purchasing uniform will be uploaded there as soon as we have it.
Throughout the first term, House staff and tutors will support the students through tutor activities. Gradually students form new friendships and become fully integrated into the life of the school. During the second half term, parents will hopefully be invited to attend a Year 7 Parents evening this is dependent on government guidelines, where they will have an opportunity to talk to tutors, pastoral leaders and subject teachers.
Useful Links
The
Telford Park School Student Transition Booklet
The Telford Park School – Information for Parents booklet
Telford & Wrekin Council School
Admissions
Baker and Son Schoolwear – School Uniform Supplier
Baker & Sons
Shop Opening Statement
Telford and Wrekin – School Meals
Information
Appeal Form – The Telford Park School
FAQs
How do I find my way
around the school?
You will have a map and your timetable will show
which room your lesson will be taught. Staff and students will always be
around to help you to find your way around school.
Who will help me if I
have a problem at school?
Everybody at The Telford Park school is helpful and
will listen to you if you have a concern. You will be placed in a Tutor
Group with a Form Tutor who you will see every day during Tutor Time. You
will also belong to a House and will have access to your Head of House,
Assistant Head of House and a Student Support Officer. Your subject
Teachers will also be happy to answer any questions you might have or deal with
any problems. We also have students who act as Peer Mentors, School
Prefects and Anti-Bullying Ambassadors.
Where do we keep our school
books and PE kit at school?
You can request a locker to store your books and PE
kit.
What are the rules
about mobile phones?
You are allowed to have your mobile phone as long
as they are switched off during lessons. You can use your phone during break
and lunch time. Using your mobile phone during lesson time will result in
an after school detention.
What clubs can I
attend after school?
The Telford Park School has a full enrichment
programme that you will be able to take part in from rugby and football clubs,
to drama club and choir or even web design. There really is something for
everyone to become involved in.
Will I get homework?
Yes! There are independent learning projects
available on the school website. Teachers will also set a combination of online
learning through SAM learning and other activities linked to developing skills,
knowledge and understand.
What is a Form Tutor?
A Form Tutor is a teacher in charge of your Tutor
Group and will look after you for your 5 years at The Telford Park School.
What is a detention?
A detention is a sanction you are given for not
following the rules. At The Telford Park school we promote good behaviour
and follow a consequence system to manage poor behaviour.
Will I be with my
friends?
Teachers form your primary school will advise The
Telford Park School about friendships and where possible we try to keep friends
together. However, if you are not with your friends, don’t worry as you
will soon make new friends and still see your other friends at break and lunch
times and when you’re not in your tutor group.
Will I be allowed to
take off my blazer?
Good question! Normally Teachers will have no
objection to you taking off your blazer in the classroom, but you have to
ask. When walking around school blazers must always be worn. In the
summer months, when the weather is hot the Headteacher makes the decision to
allow us to take off our blazers and ties.
What will I have for
my lunch at school?
The school canteen is open for breakfast before
school starts, at break time and at lunch and serves a selection of hot and
cold food and snacks.
Where can we eat in
school?
You can eat breakfast, break snacks and lunch in
the school canteen or outside on the picnic benches.
What equipment will I
need to bring to school?
You will need to bring a school bag, as well as a pencil, black or blue pen and a ruler. On days when you have PE, you will also be required to bring your full PE kit into school.