Transition
We believe that transition to high school should be an exciting time for children
The transition process
At Wetherby High School we work really hard to make the process smooth and enjoyable. The transition starts months before students join us in September.
Our Coaching programme, which consists of a group of around 11 students from across the year groups with a dedicated member of staff, called the coach, allows students to build strong relationships quickly and have their own school family. Coaching groups meet 3 times a week for an extended period of time on a Monday, a Wednesday and a Friday. Coachees also know they can seek out the support of their coach at any time during the week. This means coaches can move beyond supporting your child with the basics of equipment to more important elements of providing students with the social and emotional support they need to settle in and develop as young people.
We undertake an extensive transition programme during the summer term. Our Year Manager for Year 7 visits each child at their Primary School to introduce themselves, share information about WHS and to learn about each child from their teacher.
Children also have up to 5 opportunities to visit WHS during the summer term, including a 4-day summer holiday transition club. When at WHS, the children meet their coach and other key adults that will support them in their transition. As a parent/carer, you will also meet your child’s coach in the summer term to begin to build a relationship between home and school before they start with us.
The relationship between home and school is fundamental to your child’s success. Your child’s coach is your first port of call for any support needed and they are available throughout the week through phone calls and emails. There are also three Meet Your Coach Days across the school year, where you can meet in person. This is in addition to the usual Parent/Carer Evenings.
Our relationship-led approach means we prioritise building relationships between staff and students and between students and students. These relationships are crucial for supporting students with the transition to WHS.
We are a close-knit school where each child is known and valued for what they contribute to the community.
The Transition Process
At Wetherby High School we work really hard to make the process smooth and enjoyable. The transition starts months before students join us in September.
Our Coaching programme, which consists of a group of around 11 students from across the year groups with a dedicated member of staff, called the coach, allows students to build strong relationships quickly and have their own school family. Coaching groups meet 3 times a week for an extended period of time on a Monday, a Wednesday and a Friday. Coachees also know they can seek out the support of their coach at any time during the week. This means coaches can move beyond supporting your child with the basics of equipment to more important elements of providing students with the social and emotional support they need to settle in and develop as young people.
We undertake an extensive transition programme during the summer term. Our Year Manager for Year 7 visits each child at their Primary School to introduce themselves, share information about WHS and to learn about each child from their teacher.
Children also have up to 5 opportunities to visit WHS during the summer term, including a 4-day summer holiday transition club. When at WHS, the children meet their coach and other key adults that will support them in their transition. As a parent/carer, you will also meet your child’s coach in the summer term to begin to build a relationship between home and school before they start with us.
The relationship between home and school is fundamental to your child’s success. Your child’s coach is your first port of call for any support needed and they are available throughout the week through phone calls and emails. There are also three Meet Your Coach Days across the school year, where you can meet in person. This is in addition to the usual Parent/Carer Evenings.
Our relationship-led approach means we prioritise building relationships between staff and students and between students and students. These relationships are crucial for supporting students with the transition to WHS.
We are a close-knit school where each child is known and valued for what they contribute to the community.
The Transition Process
At Wetherby High School we work really hard to make the process smooth and enjoyable. The transition starts months before students join us in September.
Our Coaching programme, which consists of a group of around 11 students from across the year groups with a dedicated member of staff, called the coach, allows students to build strong relationships quickly and have their own school family. Coaching groups meet 3 times a week for an extended period of time on a Monday, a Wednesday and a Friday. Coachees also know they can seek out the support of their coach at any time during the week. This means coaches can move beyond supporting your child with the basics of equipment to more important elements of providing students with the social and emotional support they need to settle in and develop as young people.
We undertake an extensive transition programme during the summer term. Our Year Manager for Year 7 visits each child at their Primary School to introduce themselves, share information about WHS and to learn about each child from their teacher.
Children also have up to 5 opportunities to visit WHS during the summer term, including a 4-day summer holiday transition club. When at WHS, the children meet their coach and other key adults that will support them in their transition. As a parent/carer, you will also meet your child’s coach in the summer term to begin to build a relationship between home and school before they start with us.
The relationship between home and school is fundamental to your child’s success. Your child’s coach is your first port of call for any support needed and they are available throughout the week through phone calls and emails. There are also three Meet Your Coach Days across the school year, where you can meet in person. This is in addition to the usual Parent/Carer Evenings.
Our relationship-led approach means we prioritise building relationships between staff and students and between students and students. These relationships are crucial for supporting students with the transition to WHS.
We are a close-knit school where each child is known and valued for what they contribute to the community.
Key dates
Our transition activities are designed to get to know each child individually, establish friendships and build relationships between children, school staff and home.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Wednesday 12th June | Information Evening Parents/carers are invited to attend this evening to receive information about all things to do with your child starting WHS in September. |
| Tuesday 2nd July | Get To Know You Day Children joining us from primary schools with only small numbers will spend an extra day with us to make friends before the main induction days. |
| Wednesday 3rd July | Induction Day All children will be invited to spend the day at WHS to start building relationships with each other and with staff and children already at WHS. |
| Thursday 4th July | Sports Day All children will be invited to spend the day at WHS to take part in sports activities to win points for their House team. |
| Wednesday 17th July | Meet Your Coach Day Parents/carers are invited to meet with your child’s coach so you can start to build relationships and communication between home and school. |
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22nd-26th July
or
29th July – 2nd August
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Summer Transition Week All children are invited to spend a week at WHS in the summer holidays. This is a great opportunity to continue to make friends and get to know the staff and school. |
| Monday 2nd September | First day of term On the first day in September we only have Year 7 in school. We spend time making sure the children understand how things operate at WHS and they can spend time with new friends. |
Life at Wetherby High School
TRANSPORT
Children travel to Wetherby High School by walking, cycling, car and buses. We have staff at the front of school at the beginning and end of each day to meet and greet students and to ensure the transitions run smoothly.
The school operates 5 buses each day. These are WH11, WH12, WH13, WH14 and WH15. Current bus routes can be found on the Metro website, however these change each year to meet the needs of the students attending school.
FLEXIBLE LEARNING
We offer a range of clubs and activities for students to take part in during lunchtime and after school. These Flexible Learning clubs give students the opportunity to try a new skill whilst making friends.
Flexible Learning also encompasses academic intervention during time away from school, ensuring students have many chances to pursue what they enjoy and what they need to achieve.
LIFE LEARNING
We are aware that for some children it presents a challenge to stay after school to attend clubs. We therefore have a dedicated timetabled Endeavour session each week where every child attends an enrichment activity of their choice. The list of activities for children to choose from is extensive. Please click here to read more.
We are also committed to every student having access to wider enrichment experiences. We provide a range of experiences during a student’s time with us, including residential trips, theatre, musical and sporting events, trips to museums and the beach and careers trips such as visits to universities.
COACHING & THE HOUSE SYSTEM
The Coaching Programme at Wetherby High School is fundamental to ‘knowing our children well’ and in forming the strong relationships that are crucial for our school community.
Our Coaching groups have approximately ten students (coachees) and one member of staff (coach). The groups are ‘vertical’ meaning they consist of coachees from Year 7 to Year 11.
Each Coaching group includes students and a member of staff from the same House.
CURRICULUM
We work hard to ensure the subjects we teach match the interests of our students.
The broad, balanced curriculum is delivered by specialist teachers who are passionate about their areas of expertise.
Frequently asked questions
We understand that starting a new school can bring about questions. Click here to see the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.
