The majority of our pupils transfer to Risca Community Comprehensive School for Year 7, and we place a strong emphasis on ensuring that this transition is smooth, positive, and well-supported.

Transition is very important to us. We begin the process early, starting in Year 5, so that pupils feel confident and familiar with their next stage of education.

Our Transition Programme

We have a well-established and effective transition programme in place, which includes:

• Early engagement in Year 5, including sports events and joint activities

• Opportunities for pupils and parents to visit Risca Community Comprehensive School

• Regular visits from secondary school staff, helping pupils build confidence and familiarity

• A structured transition programme for Year 6 pupils, supporting both academic and pastoral needs

These experiences help pupils feel comfortable, reduce anxiety, and build excitement about moving on to secondary school.

Strong Partnerships

We are proud of our strong and continuing links with Risca Community Comprehensive School. These partnerships are strengthened year on year through:

• Regular cluster meetings to support curriculum continuity, attendance etc.

• Collaboration on projects and initiatives to enhance learning opportunities

• Ongoing communication between staff to ensure every child is well prepared

Our close working relationship ensures that every child is supported to make a successful and confident start to their secondary education.